Senior Structural Engineer

Howell Kline Surveying, LLC; Chester, Northern (Delaware County, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Professional development

Free snacks and drinks

Access to company suite

Job summary

Howell Kline Surveying, LLC seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design and project delivery for diverse building and site projects. You will own assignments from planning through construction while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with other disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in structural design, PE licensure, and strong skills in foundations, retaining walls, and site structures, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural concentration.
• Active PE license required; PA licensure or reciprocity.
• 7+ years of structural design experience in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design for foundations, retaining walls, and building structures.
• Manage scope, schedule, budgets, and deliverables from concept to construction.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specs for accuracy and code compliance.
• Sign and seal documents within licensure scope; act as EOR as needed.
• Coordinate designs with civil, architectural, and site plans; review submittals and RFIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Client relations

Structural analysis software

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (structural)

PE license (PA or reciprocity)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design and project delivery across a variety of commercial, municipal, and private-sector projects. Howell's structural services support our internal civil engineering and land development teams while providing structural design for building, infrastructure, and site-related projects.This role combines hands‑on structural engineering with technical leadership and project oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong experience designing foundations, retaining walls, site‑related structures, and structural components for buildings and infrastructure, along with the judgment to resolve complex design challenges and deliver practical, well‑coordinated solutions.The Senior Structural Engineer will take ownership of structural assignments from initial planning through construction, mentor junior engineers, and serve as a technical resource for clients and project teams. This person will collaborate closely with Howell's civil engineering, survey, and environmental teams, as well as architects, contractors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design for foundations, retaining walls, building structures, and other infrastructure and site‑related components
• Manage structural project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables from concept through construction
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Serve as the responsible Professional Engineer for assigned work, including signing and sealing documents within the scope of licensure and responsible charge
• Coordinate structural designs with civil engineering site plans, grading designs, architectural plans, and other project disciplines
• Evaluate design alternatives and resolve technical challenges with practical, cost‑conscious solutions
• Lead structural coordination with clients, architects, contractors, permitting agencies, and other project stakeholders
• Provide construction‑phase support, including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting site observations as needed
• Oversee structural permitting submissions and address agency review comments
• Mentor junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and review their work
• Support proposals through scope development, fee estimates, and technical input
• Contribute to structural design standards, quality‑control practices, and the continued development of Howell's structural services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural concentration or a related discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Pennsylvania licensure or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 7+ years of progressively responsible structural engineering design experience in a consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience independently leading structural design assignments and managing project delivery
• Strong technical knowledge of foundations, retaining walls, building structural systems, and site‑related structures
• Experience designing with concrete, steel, masonry, and wood
• Thorough understanding of applicable building codes, structural design standards, and loading requirements
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with Civil 3D coordination preferred
• Experience reviewing engineering calculations and drawings and providing clear technical direction
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Sound engineering judgment, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to high‑quality work
• Ability to manage competing priorities while supporting and mentoring junior staff

Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Annual increases

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Generous paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Professional development
• Free unlimited healthy office snacks and drinks
• Access to company suite at Xfinity Mobile Arena
• Business casual work environment
• Pet‑friendly office

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Howell Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.