Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Socket.dev; Ferndale (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Eichleay is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team in a schedule-driven environment. You will lead projects such as industrial infrastructure, site development, seismic retrofits, and equipment foundations, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and providing technical direction.

You will report to the Civil/Structural Team Lead, work primarily in Ferndale, WA or Billings, MT with optional remote work near Salt Lake City, UT, and ensure high-quality deliverables while

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Civil/Structural Engineering (ABET preferred).
• 10+ years in Civil/Structural for refining, oil & gas or related industries, including project leadership and supervising staff.
• PE license required; ability to obtain licensure in Washington state if not licensed there.
• Strong communication and leadership to supervise engineers and designers.
• Experience with seismic design and retrofit projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for industrial steel and concrete structures, buildings, equipment foundations, and miscellaneous infrastructure systems.
• Develop detailed structural calculations and engineering analysis.
• Support seismic evaluations and seismic rehabilitation of existing structures.
• Prepare and review construction documents including drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with BIM/CAD designers and multi-discipline teams to deliver integrated designs.
• Lead civil/structural scope on projects, within budget and schedule.
• Attend client meetings and site visits as required.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring/supervision

Client coordination

AI in engineering workflows

Communication (verbal & written)

Self-directed work

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

Bluebeam

BIM/CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team. This role works in a schedule-driven, collaborative environment, partnering with clients and reporting to the Civil/Structural Team Lead. Our Civil/Structural team applies expertise in seismic design, building codes, and constructability to deliver practical, resilient, and cost-effective solutions. You will lead projects including industrial infrastructure, site development, seismic retrofits, equipment foundations, and facility upgrades across a range of industries. The role includes participation in project meetings, model reviews, coordinating across disciplines, and providing technical direction and supervision to other engineers and designers while maintaining responsibility for high-quality deliverables.

Compensation: $120,000 - 149,000 *anticipated annual salary may vary based on location, skills, experience, qualifications and internal peer equity. The pay range listed for this position is based on the anticipated base compensation at the time of the posting.

Work Arrangement: This position can be based out of our Ferndale, WA or Billings, MT office with an expectation to be in the office 3 days a week (Tues-Thurs). We will also consider candidates located within 50 miles of Salt Lake City, UT to work remotely.

Move Forward with Eichleay

Eichleay is a dynamic organization with over 150 years of experience in delivering project management and engineering solutions across various industries, including life sciences, energy and chemicals, power and food and beverage. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and building long-lasting relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and design for industrial steel and concrete structures, buildings, equipment foundations, and miscellaneous infrastructure systems.
• Develop detailed structural calculations and engineering analysis.
• Support seismic evaluations and seismic rehabilitation of existing structures.
• Prepare and review construction documents including drawings and specifications.
• Perform site civil engineering tasks including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and earthwork coordination.
• Participate in building code analysis, structural investigations, and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate closely with BIM/CAD designers and multi-discipline teams to deliver fully integrated designs.
• Review and check design deliverables for technical accuracy.
• Perform scope development and create technical specifications for civil/structural systems and modifications.
• Deliver high‑quality, accurate work while meeting project schedules and quality expectations.
• Respond to construction RFIs and support field activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform work independently with no supervision required for routine assignments, and provide oversight, guidance, and technical direction to other engineers and designers.
• Lead civil/structural engineering scope on projects, including planning, coordination, technical execution, and delivery of assigned work to budget and schedule.
• Attend and participate in client and Eichleay project team meetings, including site visits as required.
• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to health, safety, and environmental issues to ensure zero harm on all projects.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science and/or Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET accredited preferred)
• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in Civil/Structural Engineering for refining, oil & gas or other related industries, including experience leading projects and supervising or mentoring other engineering staff.
• Location: 3 days onsite in Ferndale, WA or Billings, MT, 2 days remote. *option to work from home Monday and Friday. We will also consider candidates located within 50 miles of Salt Lake City, UT to work remotely.
• Skills:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and document markup tools (e.g. Bluebeam).
  • Ability to coordinate with clients, vendors, and multi‑discipline teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools in engineering workflows while maintaining responsible charge and accountability.
• Technical Competence:
  • Experience preparing and reviewing construction documents (drawings and specifications).
  • Proficiency in structural analysis and design for new building systems.
  • Experience performing seismic evaluations and retrofit design.
  • Experience developing structural calculations and technical reports.
  • Experience coordinating engineering work with BIM/CAD design teams.
  • Familiarity with building codes, seismic standards, and industry design practices.
• Certifications: PE license required. Ability to obtain licensure in the state of Washington if not currently licensed there.
• Travel: Travel to local clients will be required and can be at least one day per week for meetings. Travel outside the area is expected to be minimal, less than 10%.
• Industry Requirements: This role will require all or some of the following requirements at time of hire or during employment
  • HHFT Safety Training and current card or ability to obtain.
  • Client Safety Training and current badge or ability to obtain.
  • TWIC Certification and current card or ability to obtain. TWIC card must be obtained prior to start date or start date may need to be adjusted.
  • Background screening including previous employment, education, criminal history, and driving record verification.
  • Participation in random drug and alcohol programs.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Successful background executing projects in a refinery environment.
• Have PE license or able to obtain a PE license in the state of Washington.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of this job, you would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear (this includes being able to hear and talk on site based communication equipment), distinguish between various colors, be able to hear safety tones/notifications, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, temperature or controls.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates. This may include weekdays and weekends.
• Job duties will be performed at a client site, production facility or industrial/construction job site.
• Conditions and/or schedule may vary, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
• Candidates will be required to follow our clients' site‑based rules and protocols regarding infectious diseases.

All opportunities with Eichleay will require authorization to work in the US without the need for sponsorship. Positions will require in‑person interactions and may require working on site in an office or field environment. This position is subject to federally mandated drug/alcohol testing. Candidates applying to Eichleay must have the ability to be badged and maintain a badge as a safety sensitive position and/or within the Building and Construction trade for process safety management governed facilities. This will require in‑depth drug screening for all positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast‑feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.