Senior Structural Design Engineer

Higher Recruitment, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Higher Recruitment, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead structural projects across a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, and government facilities.

The role emphasizes project leadership, technical guidance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. Ideally, candidates bring PE licensure in MN/ND, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in RISA, Revit, and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Active PE license in Minnesota or North Dakota required.
• Experience managing structural engineering projects from design through completion.
• Strong understanding of design principles, codes, and standards.
• Experience with structural analysis, design, and construction documentation.
• Proficiency with structural software such as RISA, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work with clients and teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee structural engineering design for commercial, institutional, and government projects.
• Develop and review construction documents, calculations, specs, and reports.
• Manage projects from planning through completion, including schedules and budgets.
• Provide engineering guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Apply seismic design knowledge, especially in high-seismic regions.
• Support federal government projects including healthcare facilities and VA hospitals.
• Communicate with clients and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to proposals, scoping, and business development initiatives.
• Review calculations and drawings to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Structural analysis

RISA

Revit

Bluebeam

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (MN/ND)

Tools

RISA

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team supporting a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, and government projects throughout the United States.
This position offers the opportunity to lead structural engineering projects from initial design through completion, contribute technical expertise to complex projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
A significant portion of the project portfolio involves federal government facilities and infrastructure, including healthcare facilities such as VA hospitals. Experience with government contracts and structural design in seismic regions is particularly valuable.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated engineering professional who brings strong technical capabilities, project leadership experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects while delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Design & Engineering: Lead and oversee structural engineering design efforts for a variety of commercial, institutional, and government projects.
• Construction Documentation: Develop and review structural construction documents, including drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards.
• Project Management: Manage structural engineering projects from initial planning and design through project completion, maintaining schedules, budgets, and project deliverables.
• Technical Leadership: Provide engineering guidance, technical direction, and mentorship to junior engineers and drafting personnel.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines, architects, contractors, clients, and other project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Seismic Engineering: Apply knowledge of seismic design requirements and structural considerations, particularly for projects located in higher seismic-risk regions.
• Government & Federal Projects: Support the execution of federal government projects, including healthcare facilities, VA hospitals, and other institutional infrastructure.
• Client Relationships: Communicate directly with clients, manage expectations, and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Business Development: Contribute to proposals, project scoping, technical presentations, and business development initiatives.
• Quality Assurance: Review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with applicable requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota or North Dakota is required.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing structural engineering projects from design through completion.
• Strong understanding of structural design principles, applicable building codes, and engineering standards.
• Experience with structural analysis, design, and construction documentation.
• Proficiency with structural engineering software such as RISA, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, project teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seismic engineering experience or additional seismic engineering credentials/licensure.
• Experience with federal government contracts and government-owned facilities.
• Background supporting healthcare, institutional, or other complex government infrastructure projects, including VA hospitals.
• Experience with structural design in high-seismic regions, particularly California, New Mexico, Arizona, and Nevada.
• Familiarity with seismic design requirements, structural retrofits, blast-resistant design, and related structural engineering considerations.
• Professional engineering licensure in additional states is a plus.
• Experience with additional structural analysis and design software.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects across the United States.
• Exposure to significant federal government and institutional engineering projects.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and play an influential role in the continued growth of the structural engineering team.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment.
• Competitive compensation, potential bonus opportunities, professional development, and work-life balance.

Work Location: Plymouth, MN or Fargo, ND.