Senior Structural Engineer

H&H; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

H&H's Rail & Transit Group in Boston seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design of fixed and movable bridges and perform inspections. This role offers exposure to major projects, client coordination, and growth within a well-established nationwide firm.

You will prepare plans, perform analyses, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver safe, constructible solutions for rail infrastructure. A MA PE license and 8+ years of bridge experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• PE License required (MA preferred).
• Eight years of structural engineering experience with a focus on bridge design.
• Rail experience preferred.
• Experience with FEM modeling software.
• Local rail client base preferred (MBTA, Amtrak).
• Proficient in verbal and written communications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Structural Engineer on major projects
• Prepare detailed plans and construction documents
• Perform structural design calculations and analysis
• Develop technical specifications and contract bid documents
• Prepare technical reports
• Lead site visits for condition inspections
• Coordinate across disciplines and work in a team environment
• Mentor and train junior staff

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

PE License (MA preferred)

Tools

FEM software

Job description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Rail & Transit Group in Boston, MA. We are currently growing our design services and client base to support client and project needs in the Structural/Railroad focus areas. The successful candidate will lead the design of simple and complex fixed bridges, movable bridges and perform bridge inspections with a growing practice.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long‑term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Structural Engineer on major projects
• Prepare detailed plans and construction documents
• Perform structural design calculations and analysis
• Develop technical specifications and contract bid documents
• Prepare technical reports
• Lead site visits for condition inspections
• Coordinate across disciplines and work in a team environment
• Mentor and train junior staff

• BS in Civil Engineering required
• PE License required (MA preferred)
• A minimum of eight years of Structural Engineering experience with a focus on bridge design (rail experience preferred)
• Experience in conceptual, preliminary, and final design of structural projects
• Experience with current FEM modeling software preferred
• Local rail client base preferred (MBTA, Amtrak)
• Proficient in both verbal and written communications

We offer a professional work environment, a competitive salary, a benefits package, and 401(k).

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