Senior Structural Project Engineer

Stratus®; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Excellent Health Care Programs

401k Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Job summary

Stratus® is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer in New York City to provide expert-level technical design and manage emergency structural responses. The ideal candidate should have a PE license in New York and significant experience in structural engineering across various materials.

This role also requires close collaboration with multiple disciplines and an ability to deliver practical engineering solutions effectively.

Join Stratus® for a dynamic work environment that values creativity and offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of proven experience in structural engineering design, calculations, drawings, and analysis.
• Experience using RISA, RAM, or similar design/analysis software.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis for building structures.
• Prepare calculation packages and technical specifications.
• Conduct site visits for periodic observation and construction administration.
• Develop technical reports with conclusions that clients can easily understand.
• Collaborate with architects and other disciplines.

Skills

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York

Structural design

Technical writing

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA

RAM

Revit

Job description

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

The Role

Stratus recently partnered with PVEDI and is seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer to join the team. This person will provide expert level technical design/investigation services and manage emergency structural response situations including building collapses, retaining wall failures, facade collapses, and other urgent structural issues. This role requires expertise in structural design and analysis for steel, concrete, timber, and masonry systems across buildings ranging from single-story to 10+-story structures. The ideal candidate is technically strong, responsive under pressure, and capable of delivering practical engineering solutions for both emergency and long-term structural needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis (steel, concrete, timber, masonry, etc.) for building structures
• Prepare calculation packages, technical specifications, and design documentation
• Produce construction drawings, details, specifications, and design deliverables
• Review and coordinate structural submittals, respond to RFIs, issue addenda, and review shop drawings
• Conduct site visits for periodic observation, construction administration, and verification of field conditions
• Perform structural assessments, retrofit/rehabilitation/repair designs, and forensic investigations
• Develop technical reports with conclusions that clients can easily understand
• Conduct structural peer review or QA/QC checks (self-check, or for junior staff)
• Collaborate with architects, MEP, geotechnical, civil, and other disciplines to integrate structural design requirements
• Assist lead project scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and budgeting
• Act as client technical liaison, attend client meetings, present design decisions
• Coordinate internal engineering resources, delegate tasks, and mentor less experienced engineers
• Participate in proposals, estimates, technical write-ups, and business development
• Track and report progress, anticipate risks, and develop mitigation strategies
• Act as Engineer of Record (EOR) for structural filings

Qualifications

Required

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's degree strongly preferred)
• 5-10+ years of proven experience in structural engineering design, calculations, drawings, and analysis in a consulting/design office environment
• Experience using RISA, RAM, or similar design/analysis software
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed

Preferred

• Experience with Revit or similar modeling software
• Experience with NYC specific projects and understanding of local requirements
• Certifications in QEWI, QPSI, and QRWI are highly desirable
• Advanced proficiency with structural analysis and design software
• Strong technical writing skills for reports, memos, and calculations
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities with cross-disciplinary collaboration skills
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, organized approach with ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.