Senior Structural Engineer

Parsons; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for Facilities Design and Construction projects for DoD clients. The role involves complex engineering tasks, project coordination, and technical specification development. Candidates must have a relevant degree, significant experience, and a Professional Structural Engineer license. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering tasks for industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering computations, quantity takeoffs, and designs.
• Coordinate structural engineering activities with other disciplines.

Skills

US citizenship

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in structural engineering

PhD in structural engineering

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

Risa 3d

SAP

ETABS

SAFE

Staad Pro

Job description

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Job Description:

This position requires 3 days in the Pasadena, CA office and two days remote.

Parsons is seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to support design and construction oversight for Facilities Design and Construction projects for our DoD clients.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform complex engineering tasks efficiently and accurately to support industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering computations, quantity takeoffs, estimates, and designs.
• Coordinate and supervise engineering design for assigned projects.
• Develop technical specifications and scope of work descriptions.
• Coordinate structural engineering activities with other disciplines.
• Request geotechnical investigations.
• Participate in proposal writing, client meetings, and presentations.
• Commit to quality and continuous improvement through innovation and creative thinking.
• Conduct constructability, buildability, and maintainability reviews related to structural systems.
• Review shop drawings and construction-phase submittals.
• Visit sites to collect structural data and monitor contractor performance.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• US citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree in structural engineering preferred.
• PhD in structural engineering is a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license is required.
• Proficiency with the International Building Code (IBC), ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC Manual, TMS 402/602.
• Experience designing reinforced concrete, structural steel, and masonry structures.
• Experience with Autodesk REVIT and structural engineering software like Risa 3d, SAP, ETABS, SAFE, Staad Pro.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Conduct site surveys.
• Design services across the U.S.
• Work under supervision and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications.
• Provide technical support across departments.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Minimum Clearance Required: None

This role is part of our Federal Solutions team, supporting U.S. government missions in defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.

Salary Range: $86,700 - $151,700

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, ESOP, 401(k), life insurance, flexible schedules, and holidays.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer. We invest in our employees’ wellbeing and growth. Join us—APPLY TODAY!

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