Project Engineer - Structural

Larson Engineering Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability

401k

ESOP

S-125 Plan

PTO

Holiday Pay and Flex Time

Job summary

Larson Engineering Inc. in Missouri is seeking a Project Engineer - Structural to perform engineering assignments and develop professional skills across related tasks, applying standard techniques and sound judgment.

This role reports to the Department Manager and participates in projects that emphasize Passion, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork within a growing, employee-owned firm. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects, lead engineers and technicians,

Qualifications

• PE licensure is required.
• 4+ years of engineering experience (or 3+ years with a Master’s degree).
• Ability to lead projects independently.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and tracking.
• Strong communication with team members and clients.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and executes engineering projects with standard scope and features.
• Coordinates the work of engineers, designers, and technicians supporting assigned projects.
• Supports the development of junior engineers and designers through training and guidance.
• Prepares fee proposals for standard project types with Department Manager approval.
• Manages project performance, including budget, schedule, and overall results.
• Ensures compliance with design safety standards across assigned projects.

Skills

Licensed PE

Project leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Client communication

Construction administration

Job description

Position Overview

The Project Engineer - Structural performs engineering assignments designed to build professional knowledge and skills, applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria across a range of related tasks. They exercise sound judgment in making decisions on routine engineering problems, seeking guidance on more complex issues as needed. This person utilizes established engineering practices effectively while continuing to develop technical expertise within a specific practice area. The Project Engineer reports to the Department Manager, and demonstrates a growing understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and typically contributes to standard projects. At Larson, how we work matters as much as what we deliver. We look for individuals who consistently demonstrate Passion, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork in every interaction.

Why Join Us

• Employee-owned company where your work directly impacts employee value
• Opportunity to be a part of a growing organization with a strong foundation
• Collaborative, mission-driven teams which support meaningful projects

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and executes engineering projects with standard scope and features
• Coordinates the work of engineers, designers, and technicians supporting assigned projects
• Supports the development of junior engineers and designers through training and guidance
• Prepares fee proposals for standard project types with Department Manager approval
• Manages project performance, including budget, schedule, and overall results
• Ensures compliance with design safety standards across assigned projects
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 4+ years of engineering experience (or 3+ years with a Master's degree in engineering)
• Experience independently leading projects or managing defined scopes of work
• Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients
• Exposure to project budgeting, scheduling, and financial tracking

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience executing multiple projects
• Familiarity with construction administration and project delivery processes
• Experience supporting proposals or fee development
• Ability to mentor or guide junior engineers or designers

Benefit Offerings

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Disability
• 401k
• ESOP
• S-125 Plan
• PTO
• Holiday Pay and Flex Time