Senior Structural Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is looking for a skilled Structural Engineer in Kansas City. Responsibilities include serving as a technical expert, planning and developing engineering projects, and managing teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, 10 years of experience in structural engineering, and the necessary professional licenses.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Water Treatment Facilities and familiarity with AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, and other analytical software. Join HDR and contribute to our commitment to quality and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Experience in design calculations and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities.
• Supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project management

Design calculations

Use of AutoCAD

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

RAM

ETABS

SAFE

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity
• Plan and develop projects or design activities
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis
• A minimum 3 years' experience with Water Treatment Facilities

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

Location

United States‑Missouri‑Kansas City

Employment Details

• Job Posting: Jun 29, 2026
• Industry: Building Engineering
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Building Structural