Senior Structural Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to join their Kansas City team. This role involves managing structural design and analysis for key infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will hold a PE license and have extensive experience in structural engineering. Join a committed team that fosters inclusion and values diverse perspectives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural analysis and design for various infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate structural design teams and manage project budgets.
• Conduct field inspections and structural condition assessments.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Client interaction

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

ETABS

SAFE

RAM

Job description

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

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.

In the role of Senior Structural Engineer, we’ll count on you to:

• As design lead, manage and perform structural analysis and detailed design of concrete, steel, aluminum, and masonry structural systems and foundations for water, wastewater, power, public works, and other infrastructure projects.
• Complete, check, and coordinate structural calculations and contract documents.
• Review structural documents for completion and conflicts with other engineering disciplines.
• Coordinate the work of structural design teams through design development and construction phases of a project.
• Manage workload and budget as design lead or assistant project manager for structural projects.
• Perform and report results of structural condition assessments of existing facilities.
• Perform field inspections of construction projects and assist with preparation of addenda, RFI responses, and change orders.
• Evaluate geotechnical report findings to select and design appropriate foundation systems for treatment plant structures, pump stations, and heavy civil projects.
• Meet with clients, owners, operators, and governing agencies to determine structural requirements.
• Be involved in structural discipline portion of project proposals and interviews, following up in all cases with excellence in project delivery.
• Assist in the management of the structural work group, including staff development, profitability, morale, and quality control.
• Implement, monitor, and support company policy.
• Actively participate in work-sharing and structural practice development with a nation-wide network of HDR structural engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering with Structural emphasis.
• Revit Structural experience beneficial.
• ACI 350 Environmental Engineering concrete structure design experience with an architect/engineer or engineering consulting firm.
• Preference given to candidates local to Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, or Iowa.
• Familiarity with requirements of the International Building Code, ASCE-7, and industry-specific design standards.
• Experience with structural analysis software packages and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and practice development skills.
• A commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
• Professional Engineer (PE) 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

Primary Location

: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Building Mechanical

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Apr 23, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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