Senior Structural Engineer

Stantec; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their innovative Energy group. This role involves leading structural design tasks and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects that enhance community infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on hydraulic structures, the ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to mentor junior staff and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Join a company that values innovation and safety, and make a significant impact on vital waterpower and dam projects that serve both local and global communities. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Qualifications

• 10 years of structural engineering experience with a focus on hydraulic structures.
• Strong expertise in analysis and design methods for hydraulic structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design tasks and projects in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee civil/structural analysis and design.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Hydraulic Structures

Communication Skills

BIM/CAD Platforms

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ANSYS

LS DYNA

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Senior Structural Engineer - ( 2500014F )

Description

Join a team that has been partnering with our clients for more than 100 years to improve the quality of life around the world. When it comes to hydropower, dams, locks and navigation projects, we design with the next generation in mind. We operate with the strength of a $3B company paired with the agility of a specialized Energy group, to deliver some of the most iconic and cutting-edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design the world’s most impactful waterpower and dam projects—projects vital to both local and global communities.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently looking to add a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Energy group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and interest in the field of structural engineering. This position applies knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields, with specific emphasis in dams and hydraulic structures. The candidate will have the opportunity lead structural design tasks, work with multidisciplinary teams, and interface for the analysis, design, and evaluation of unique and complex structures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary teams in a virtual team environment as well as in an office environment.
• Lead structural design tasks and projects.
• Mentor junior staff and assist in their professional development.
• Oversee development of preliminary and detailed civil /structural analysis and design for concrete, steel, hydraulic structures.
• Oversee preparation of studies, design criteria, design reports, plans and specifications, and review of related designs and construction plans, and support of construction.
• Inspect construction for compliance with specifications; review and approve drawings; conduct field inspections; review progress versus schedule.
• Develop or assist in development of budgets, scopes of work, and project plans.
• Assist in project administration and management including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, and completing progress reports.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
  
  

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong expertise in analysis and design methods for hydraulic structures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, report preparation, and the ability to work with engineering staff at all levels.
• Ability to prepare complete, concise, and organized engineering calculations and analyses.
• Capability and desire to lead teams and tasks.
• Strong familiarity with BIM/CAD platforms and the development of contract documents.
• Proactive approach to working with teams in other offices and around the world.
  
  

Education And Experience

• B.S. in Civil Engineering with focus on Structural engineering, Master’s degree with emphasis in structural engineering preferred.
• PE license required, SE license preferred.
• 10 years’ of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Structural analysis and design of hydraulic structures and familiarity with the relevant codes and guidelines.
• Preferred Software Experience finite element software such as SAP2000, ANSYS or LS DYNA.
  
  

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

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Salary Range(s)

• $112,300 - $168,500 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO, HI, MD and IL
• $120,500 - $180,800 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in WA and DC
• SF Area $128,600/CA Other Areas $112,300 - SF Area $193,000/CA Other Areas $168,500 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC)
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Washington-Bellevue

Other Locations : United States-California-Pasadena, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-California-Sacramento

Organization : BC-2242 Energy-US West

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Manager

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 18, 2025, 7:02:38 AM

Req ID: 2500014F

#additional

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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