Rail Structural Engineer - Employee-Owned Hybrid

Tkda; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) Match

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid Time Off

Annual Incentive Plan

Job summary

TKDA is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join the Rail Structural group in Minnesota. You will own portions of heavy industrial rail projects from concept through construction, coordinating with an in-house team and regulators to deliver safe, durable facilities.

The role emphasizes design leadership, client relationships, and professional growth, with hybrid work in Minneapolis area offices and travel as needed. A PE/SE license and 5–12 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required or equivalent.
• Professional licensure: PE and/or SE where applicable; 5–12 years of heavy industrial structural design experience.
• Experience with regulatory approvals and permit processes helpful.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD, RISA, Revit and MS Office for design and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design new construction and repairs for heavy industrial rail structures and facilities.
• Prepare design calculations, plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates as a technical expert.
• Perform construction observation and ensure designs are built as intended.
• Collaborate with Graduate Engineers and senior engineers to share knowledge and grow project skills.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Technical writing

Travel 20%

Proposals & fees

Team collaboration

Regulatory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

PE license

SE license

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA

MS Office

Revit

Job description

TKDA is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join the Rail Structural group in Minnesota. You will own portions of heavy industrial rail projects from concept through construction, coordinating with an in-house team and regulators to deliver safe, durable facilities.

The role emphasizes design leadership, client relationships, and professional growth, with hybrid work in Minneapolis area offices and travel as needed. A PE/SE license and 5–12 years of relevant experience are preferred.