Senior Structural Engineer

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to support structural design in Raleigh. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and a professional engineering license. Responsibilities include leading project designs across various markets and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong tools proficiency and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience related to building design.
• Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) is required.
• Experience with design calculations and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and detailing for building-related projects.
• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary design team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop construction drawings and specifications, and review shop drawings.

Skills

Environmental engineering structures

Structural modeling and analysis

Leadership and collaboration

Design in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

RAM

ETABS

SAFE

Job description

Overview

Senior Structural Engineer role at HDR. HDR is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Raleigh or Charlotte. The role supports the structural design of facilities across markets including water/wastewater, municipal, industrial, power, federal, healthcare, education and science. The candidate will coordinate with a multidisciplinary design team throughout the life cycle of projects, from planning through construction documents and construction administration. The ideal candidate will have experience with environmental engineering structures (e.g., reinforced concrete tanks) and be self-motivated, collaborative, and able to deliver high-quality, technically sound structural designs.

Locations: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte; United States-North Carolina-Raleigh. Industry: Building Engineering. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. BusinessClass: Building Structural.

Posting date: Aug 20, 2025.

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. For more information, see hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and detailing for building-related projects across various markets (Water/Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, Power, Federal, Healthcare, Education and Science).
• Coordinate and work with a multidiscipline design team throughout the project life cycle—from planning through construction documents and construction administration.
• Develop construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations; review shop drawings during construction.
• Apply knowledge of structural modeling and analysis tools to deliver accurate designs; interface with clients and project teams.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, collaboration, and initiative to deliver high-quality engineering results.
• Experience with environmental engineering structures including reinforced concrete tanks using appropriate design codes (ACI 350 or equivalents) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience related to building design.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the position location (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Proficiency with 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; understanding of gravity and lateral analysis.
• Experience with architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firms preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

What We Believe & Our Commitment

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, fosters organizational trust, and connects us with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all contribute to creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work. HDR supports eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) to foster belonging and engagement.