Senior Structural Engineer

HDR

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Charlotte is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to oversee structural design projects. Candidates should possess at least 10 years of experience in building design, solid leadership skills, and a professional engineering license. Familiarity with environmental engineering structures is a plus. This role offers competitive salary and full-time employment in a dynamic environment promoting inclusivity.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience related to building design.
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized in North Carolina.
  • Experience in design calculations and layouts.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for structural design of facilities for various markets.
  • Coordinate and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary design team.
  • Develop construction drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations.

Skills

Environmental engineering structures design
Structural design and detailing
Team leadership
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCAD
Knowledge of structural modeling software (e.g., STAAD)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
MS or MSCE Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
RAM
ETABS
SAFE

Job description

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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?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Raleigh or Charlotte. This individual will be responsible for the structural design of facilities in support of a variety of markets including Water/Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, Power, Federal, Healthcare, and Education and Science. Previous experience in all of these markets is not a requirement. They will be expected to coordinate and work closely with a multidiscipline design team throughout the entire life cycle of projects from planning stages, through the development of construction documents, and construction administration. They will be responsible for the development of construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations, as well as the review of shop drawings during construction. Experience in structural design and detailing of building related projects is required. This individual should be self-motivated, collaborative and possess strong leadership skills with an initiative to deliver high quality, technically sound structural engineering designs. The ideal candidate will have experience with the design of environmental engineering structures including reinforced concrete tanks and associated structures using the ACI 350 design code.

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS or MSCE Degree in Structural Engineering preferred
  • Experience leading teams delivering structural design projects
  • Strong knowledge of structural modeling software such as STAAD or other 3D analysis and finite element modeling software
  • Experience with environmental engineering projects (water/wastewater) desired
  • Experience with condition assessment and concrete repair desired
  • Local candidates are preferred

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-North Carolina-Charlotte

Other Locations:

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh

Industry:

Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Building Structural

Job Posting:

Aug 20, 2025


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Job function
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    Management, Consulting, and Engineering
  • Industries
    Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Architecture and Planning

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