Senior Structural Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Senior Design Engineer to lead high-impact projects in the federal sector. This role demands expertise in structural design and analysis, overseeing engineering activities, and ensuring compliance with building codes. You will mentor a team, coordinate with multi-discipline teams, and drive technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Join a company dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions across the U.S. and beyond, and be part of a collaborative environment that values your contributions and expertise.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Competitive salary (bi-weekly pay, DOE)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of structural engineering experience on large EPC projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers and designers on structural projects.
• Develop and approve structural specifications and design criteria.

Skills

Structural design and analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration across teams

Engineering calculation tools

Knowledge of building codes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD

STAADPro

RISA-3D

Mathcad

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionStructural Senior Design Engineer

???? Location: United States (On-site)
????️ Industry: Engineering, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction), Federal Projects

About the Role

iParametrics is seeking a Structural Senior Design Engineer to join our team supporting high-impact industrial and federal sector projects. This position serves as a technical lead, providing oversight for structural engineering activities across all project phases, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality. You will guide project teams, solve complex structural challenges, and drive technical excellence through design, construction, and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Area Lead Engineer, supervising and mentoring other engineers and designers.

• Develop, review, and approve structural specifications, design criteria, calculations, and technical reports.

• Perform and validate engineering analyses for foundations, concrete, and steel structures, with advanced understanding of wind, seismic, and dynamic loads.

• Specify structural systems, equipment, and materials to meet project and code requirements.

• Coordinate technical solutions with multi-discipline teams, project management, clients, and vendors.

• Ensure project execution aligns with approved scope, cost, schedule, and quality standards.

• Support material procurement and subcontracting activities, including technical evaluations and vendor submittal reviews.

• Provide field support during construction, including responses to RFIs and field change requests.

• Track material key quantities, project progress, and prepare accurate forecasts and reports.

• Contribute to project setup, progress tracking, and close-out documentation.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience on large EPC or industrial projects.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.

• Expertise in federal, state, and local building codes and standards.

• Advanced knowledge of:

  • Structural design and analysis (foundations, steel, and concrete structures).

  • Structural design software such as STAAD, STAADPro, and RISA-3D.

  • Engineering calculation tools like Mathcad.

  • Wind and seismic load analysis.

  • 3D modeling and 2D CADD tools in a multi-disciplinary project environment.

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across diverse project teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Qualifications

• Experience supporting EPC projects for the U.S. Department of Energy or other federal agencies.

• Experience with nuclear facilities and compliance with ASME NQA-1 standards.

• Advanced knowledge of material commercial availability and cost.

• Practical field experience on construction sites.

• Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex projects through all lifecycle stages.

• Proficiency in project scheduling, forecasting, progress tracking, and close-out processes.

• Industry experience in:

  • Nuclear

  • Manufacturing

  • Pharmaceutical

  • Biotechnology

???? Why Join iParametrics?
At iParametrics, we deliver mission-critical solutions that impact security, infrastructure, and emergency management. Our work spans all 50 states, U.S. territories, and 39 countries, supporting federal and private sector clients for over 20 years.

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iParametrics delivers a variety of mission-critical management and support services for construction, emergency management, homeland security, risk management, and other programs to commercial and public sector clients. We were founded in 2003 and are based in metro Atlanta, Georgia, with staff and project offices nationwide.

For over 20 years, we have provided guidance and expertise to help our clients confidently navigate the most challenging and complex issues relating to the safety and security of their people, assets, and operations.

iParametrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a work environment that supports and respects all individuals without discrimination.

Application review will consider qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description and prior experience with leading construction companies. Applicants must pass the iParametrics Drug and Alcohol test.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work to be performed and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.