Senior Structural Engineer

Ghafari Associates; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects with minimal supervision from the Manager of Structural Engineering. You will oversee design development, calculations, field verification, and coordination across disciplines to deliver well-coordinated construction documents.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff and applying current codes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering, 10 years’ related experience, and strong proficiency in RAM, ETABS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of related experience in the structural engineering field.
• RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 knowledge; AutoCAD and Revit proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review and establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with the Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager, and/or client.
• Lead as project engineer for mid-size projects, guiding production, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Apply latest code publications to everyday analysis and design.
• Provide innovative design solutions and engineering judgment to the team.
• Design and analyze structural framing systems and perform calculations.
• Conduct field measurements to verify conditions on site.
• Prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for well-coordinated documents.
• Review shop drawings to ensure design intent is met.
• Maintain project files with calculations and correspondence.
• Communicate scope changes to leadership and project manager.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.
• Use structural software to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checks.

Skills

RAM

ETABS

SAP2000

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Senior Structural Engineer, with limited supervision from Manager of Structural Engineering, will provide the technical, organizational and communication skills to produce well-designed and coordinated construction documents for structural systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review and/or establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with the Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager and/or client
• Perform as a project lead engineer for mid-size projects, managing the production effort of staff assigned to project in terms of quality, budget, and schedule
• Keep current with latest code publications and apply them in everyday analysis as applicable
• Produce innovative design solutions and give valuable engineering judgment to the team
• Formulate, design, and/or conduct analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculations
• Conduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditions
• Prepare construction documents e.g. drawings and specifications
• Communicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents
• Review shop drawing submittals to assure design intent is met
• Maintain project files containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference material, and other items
• Communicate scope changes to the Manager of Structural Engineering and Project Manager
• Mentor less experienced engineers
• Use available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checks
• Performs related duties as assigned

Employment Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience:

• 10 years of related experience in the structural engineering field

Skills/Competencies:

• Analysis: RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 preferred
• Drafting: AutoCAD and Revit
• Have an excellent work ethic and a desire to succeed

About Us

At Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

Ghafari Associates is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.

If there are any questions about the accommodations offered above, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.