Senior Structural Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Bellevue, WA to lead structural design for data centers, aerospace, manufacturing, transit, and healthcare facilities.

You will plan and monitor all structural aspects on large projects, coordinate staff, and deliver documents on schedule while serving as a technical expert and client liaison. HDR fosters an employee-owned culture and collaborative innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• SE license preferred; Master's degree with structural emphasis is a plus.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience for building design.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design across data centers, aerospace, manufacturing, transit and healthcare projects.
• Plan and monitor all structural aspects of large multi-discipline projects with high complexity.
• Produce and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Coordinate staffing and ensure on-schedule documents.
• Serve as a technical expert and project manager on larger projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Listening skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Project management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil/Architectural Engineering (Structural emphasis)

SE license preferred

Tools

RAM Structural Systems

RAM Elements

SAP 2000

SAFE

RISA 3D

RISA Foundations

RISA Connections

Tedds

Enercalc

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM 360

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next‑generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
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In the role of Senior Structural Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Lead structural design of data centers, aerospace, manufacturing, transit facilities, operations and maintenance facilities, commercial, health care, education, life science and civic project types
• Plan, direct and monitor all structural aspects of large multi‑discipline projects or medium‑sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, typically involving a large project staff
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
• Coordinate staffing and workload of staff through entire project development to complete documents on schedule
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with other Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines
• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Assist with marketing, proposals, interviews, project production, and related issues
• Implement, monitor and support company policy
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with Structural emphasis
• SE is highly preferred
• Experience with project types such as industrial, manufacturing, commercial, hotels, high‑rise
• Experience with concrete, tilt-up, post‑tension, steel, wood, masonry, mass timber
• Experience in project management
• Local candidates
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable of governing building codes, such as International Building Code, International Existing Building Code, ASCE 7, etc.
• Proficiency with finite element structural design software such as RAM Structural Systems, RAM Elements, SAP 2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, RISA Foundations, RISA Connections, Tedds, Enercalc, etc.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360.
• Experience with ASCE 41 seismic retrofit design
• Experience with ACI 318 concrete structures
• Experience with AISC 360 and 341 steel structures
• Experience with structural condition assessment, repair, and rehabilitation
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• Active Industry Engagement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
• Experience in design calculations and layouts
• Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
• Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Washington-Bellevue

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Building Structural

Job Posting

Oct 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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