Licensed Structural Engineer

LVI Associates; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Diverse projects

Hybrid work

Education licensing support

Career progression

Collaborative team

Benefits package

401(k) + PTO

Job summary

LVI Associates in St. Paul, MN is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join a collaborative, employee-owned firm. You will manage structural design from initial concepts through construction on a varied portfolio including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.

Eligible candidates enjoy a hybrid work arrangement, exposure to diverse buildings, and opportunities for technical leadership, client interaction, and career progression within a broader multidisciplinary organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• EIT certification required; PE or SE licensure preferred.
• Approximately 5–10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience designing building structures with multiple materials.
• Working knowledge of building codes and design standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Structural analysis and design using steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Preparing calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Coordinating with architects, contractors, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
• Reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and requests for information.
• Conducting site visits and construction observations when required.
• Supporting project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Providing guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

Skills

Structural design

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication

Coordination

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

St. Paul, MN | Hybrid | 5-10 Years of Experience

Overview

Structural Project Engineer

I am working with an established, employee-owned engineering consultancy looking to add a Structural Project Engineer to its growing St. Paul team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants exposure to a varied portfolio of building projects and the chance to work with steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood. The firm is open regarding sector background and will consider candidates from commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, residential, educational, or other building-focused environments.

You will join a collaborative local team while benefiting from the technical resources and project reach of a wider multidisciplinary business.

The Opportunity

You will be involved in structural projects from initial design through construction, with increasing responsibility for technical delivery, project coordination, and client communication.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Structural analysis and design using steel, concrete, masonry, and wood
• Preparing calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Coordinating with architects, contractors, clients, and other engineering disciplines
• Reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and requests for information
• Conducting site visits and construction observations when required
• Supporting project schedules, budgets, and client expectations
• Providing guidance to junior engineers and technical staff

What They're Looking For

• Approximately 5-10 years of structural engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering
• EIT certification required, with PE or SE licensure preferred
• Experience designing building structures with multiple materials
• Working knowledge of relevant building codes and design standards
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teams
• AutoCAD experience, with Revit proficiency beneficial

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 100% employee-owned business with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Diverse projects across multiple building types and structural materials
• Hybrid flexibility and an emphasis on work-life balance
• Continuing education, conference attendance, and licensing support
• Clear progression into project management, technical leadership, or team leadership
• Collaborative local team backed by wider multidisciplinary resources
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• 401(k), paid time off, and eight paid holidays

Next Steps

If you are a structural engineer looking for broader project exposure, greater ownership of your work, and long-term progression within an employee-owned consultancy, this is well worth a confidential conversation.