Senior Professional Engineer, Structural - SE

Lever, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

ESOP

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Annual Incentive Plan

HSA Contributions

Job summary

TKDA's Seattle facilities engineering team is seeking a Structural Engineer to contribute from concept through construction, collaborating with civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural professionals.

This hybrid role offers opportunities to advance technical leadership and project management within a 100% employee-owned firm, with a focus on client collaboration, site visits, and delivering high-quality facility solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• PE license in good standing.
• SE license or commitment to obtain Washington SE within one year of hire.
• 5+ years of structural design experience on facilities projects.
• Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry, and precast structural systems.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as RISA-3D and RAM Structural System.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience collaborating with multi-discipline engineering and architectural teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Design structural systems for facilities projects across the Pacific Northwest.
• Prepare structural calculations, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Develop detailed drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline project teams to ensure integrated, high-quality designs.
• Participate in model reviews and clash detection efforts.
• Conduct site visits and field verifications of existing structures.
• Perform condition assessments and support construction observation activities.
• Build relationships with clients, project teams, and contractors throughout project delivery.
• Lead or support structural-only and multi-discipline projects from planning and design through construction administration.
• Continue developing technical leadership and project management skills.

Skills

Civil Engineering

PE license

SE license

Structural design

RISA-3D RAM

AutoCAD Revit

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Communication

Travel 10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

Tools

RISA-3D

RAM Structural System

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Join TKDA's growing Facilities Engineering team in Seattle and help shape the structures that support communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. As an employee-owned firm, we believe great projects start with great people. You'll collaborate with architects, engineers, and designers across multiple disciplines to deliver meaningful facilities projects from concept through construction.

Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, take on larger project responsibilities, or develop your project management skills, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact while working alongside a collaborative and experienced team.

Hybrid Work Environment:Tuesday - Thursday in office | Monday & Friday WFH

What You'll Do

As a Structural Engineer at TKDA, you'll play an active role throughout the project lifecycle, partnering with civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural professionals to deliver innovative facility solutions.

You will:

• Design structural systems for a variety of facilities projects across the Pacific Northwest.
• Prepare structural calculations, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Develop detailed drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline project teams to ensure integrated, high-quality designs.
• Participate in model reviews and clash detection efforts.
• Conduct occasional site visits and field verifications of existing structures.
• Perform condition assessments and support construction observation activities.
• Build relationships with clients, project teams, and contractors throughout project delivery.
• Lead or support structural-only and multi-discipline projects from planning and design through construction administration.
• Continue developing your technical leadership and project management skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license, or the ability and commitment to obtain Washington SE licensure within one year of hire.
• Five or more years of structural design experience supporting facilities projects.
• Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry, and precast structural systems.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as RISA-3D and/or RAM Structural System.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience collaborating with multi-discipline engineering and architectural teams throughout project delivery.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, contractors, and project team members.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for project meetings, site visits, and construction observation activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer registration in multiple states.
• Structural Engineer (SE) licensure in Washington, Oregon, and/or California.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating client relationships.
• Experience preparing fee proposals and responding to RFPs.

$120,000 - $183,000 an hour

The listed salary range reflects only the base pay for candidates with 10 - 20 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Salary range does not include addition compensation such as TKDA ESOP, bonus structure, paid overtime, and more. Individuals who have greater experience and higher compensation expectations are encouraged to apply.

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan

401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals

ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

Pre-Employment Screening

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.