Senior Structural Engineer

Garver Engineering; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering, located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the structural design for water and wastewater treatment projects. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, managing multiple project workloads, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality designs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, at least 10 years of technical experience, and strong communication skills. Joining Garver means being part of a committed team that upholds high engineering standards.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of technical experience in structural engineering.
• Proven experience overseeing structural designs for major projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain PE registration in Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project team producing structural designs for various water and wastewater facilities.
• Perform structural design calculations and ensure quality assurance.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Structural engineering design in concrete

Structural engineering design in masonry

Structural engineering design in structural steel

Communication skills

Coaching and teaching skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Master’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

As a member of Garver’s growing Water Design Center, the Senior Structural Engineer will develop structural designs for water and wastewater treatment projects, lead a team of junior engineers, designers, and technicians, and manage workload across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project team producing structural designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, tanks, vaults, and ancillary structures.
• Design treatment process basins, chemical facilities, administration buildings, retaining walls, and other supporting structures.
• Perform structural design calculations, coordinate with other disciplines, coordinate with regional offices, regulatory agencies, estimate construction costs, and ensure quality assurance and control.
• Assist the Structural Group Leader in managing and mentoring teams, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and ensuring delivery of quality work products that adhere to Garver standards.
• Travel may be required for site assessment and construction support.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining time management and work product quality.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• 10 or more years of technical experience.
• Technical competence in structural engineering design in concrete, masonry, and structural steel.
• Proven experience overseeing structural designs, including detailed plans and specifications for major projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain PE registration in Arkansas and other states of practice.
• Strong communication, teaching, and coaching skills.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Registered Structural Engineer (SE).
• Understanding of structural complexities associated with water and wastewater treatment equipment.
• Experience using Bluebeam and Autodesk Revit.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Active participation in local professional organizations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.