Principal Structural Engineer

Day & Zimmermann Company; United States; On-site; USD 136,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann Company in the United States is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead diverse EPC structural projects. You will guide a team of engineers and designers, ensuring designs meet codes and client expectations while managing multiple priorities.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentorship, and strategic planning, with potential deputization for department manager. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in civil/structural engineering.
• Master's degree preferred in structural engineering.
• At least 12 years of progressive structural engineering experience; minimum 5 years in power/industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing structural designs for EPC projects in power plants or similar infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and manage detailed structural proposals across varied sectors and project sizes.
• Lead the delivery of structural designs on multiple projects, ensuring code compliance, safety, and high quality outputs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams to enhance competency and project delivery.
• Serve as SME for complex structural tasks, reviewing calculations, models, drawings, and specifications for integrity and compliance.
• Support the Civil/Structural Department Manager in resource planning, financial management, and process improvements.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and cross-disciplinary teams to ensure smooth coordination and proactive problem-solving.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

EPC project coordination

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

RISA 3D

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Principal Structural Engineer plays a pivotal leadership role in the Department of DZMCEngineering. This position involves overseeing a variety of complex structural engineering projects across diverse markets, ensuring that designs not only meet but exceed industry standards and client expectations. The role demands an expert with a deep technical foundation, capable of guiding a team of skilled engineers and designers with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities efficiently.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in strategic execution, problem-solving, and operational leadership within engineering and project delivery contexts. This position includes direct supervision responsibilities as well as potential deputization for the Civil/Structural Department Manager, enhancing strategic planning and organizational effectiveness. The role offers a dynamic opportunity to influence structural engineering initiatives, contribute to advanced engineering solutions, and drive team growth within a supportive and innovative work environment.

At DZMC, employees benefit from a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The company's commitment to career development is reflected in ongoing learning opportunities and comprehensive benefits that prioritize employee well‑being and family support.

As the Principal Engineer Structural, here is the work you'll do:

• Develop, coordinate, and manage detailed structural engineering proposals, encompassing scope definition, execution strategy, resourcing, budgeting, and timeline planning across varied sectors and project sizes.
• Lead and supervise the delivery of structural designs on multiple concurrent projects, ensuring strict compliance with applicable codes, contractual requirements, and safety standards while maintaining exceptional quality and efficiency in deliverables.
• Provide expert technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team competency, encourages innovation, and supports career progression.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for complex structural engineering tasks, providing critical technical review and approval of calculations, modeling, drawings, and specifications to safeguard integrity and compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal quality systems.
• Support the Civil/Structural Department Manager by stepping into operational and strategic roles as necessary, contributing to resource planning, financial management, and continuous improvement of departmental processes.
• Engage with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and cross‑disciplinary teams, to ensure seamless coordination and proactive resolution of technical challenges.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Comprehensive expertise in structural engineering principles, material science, and relevant design standards such as AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, and PIP, particularly in the context of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.
• Proven capability in integrating structural design within complex EPC project workflows, coordinating effectively with procurement, construction, and multidisciplinary engineering groups to assure timely and successful project completion.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring engineers and designers, promoting professional development, and enhancing team productivity and morale.
• Demonstrated aptitude for identifying and analyzing sophisticated engineering challenges, devising innovative and practical solutions that optimize project outcomes while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Advanced proficiency with structural design and analysis software such as STAAD.Pro and RISA 3D, complemented by experience using AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and other industry‑standard programs facilitating design accuracy and collaboration.

And if you have these qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution is required to establish foundational technical knowledge.
• A Master's Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred, reflecting advanced expertise and specialization in the structural discipline.
• At least 12 years of progressive structural engineering experience, with a minimum of 5 years dedicated to the power industry, specifically involving power generation or industrial facility projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing structural designs for EPC projects associated with power plants or comparable infrastructure, evidencing mastery in both technical and project management domains.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $136,480 - $204,720. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees, and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!