Senior Structural Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Woodcliff Lake, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Woodcliff Lake, NJ to support design and delivery of high-performance building structures. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure code-compliant, safe, and efficient solutions for data centers and commercial environments. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and delivering quality results. HDR values collaboration and innovation in every project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license (PE) in NY/NJ.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience in building design.

Responsibilities

• Review structural documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
• Coordinate the structural design team through design development and contract documents.
• Lead meetings with agencies for code compliance.
• Ensure on-schedule completion of design development and CD phases.
• Lead a structural team from schematic to bid phase services.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

RAM

ETABS

SAFE

Job description

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

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

• Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessarycalculations
• Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team through the design development and contract documentphases of a project
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
• Take responsibility for coordinating workload through design development and construction document phases tocomplete the documents on schedule
• Coordinate and assist with affected disciplines, with any addendum, requests for information, change proposal requestsand change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
• Perform other duties as needed
• Lead a structural team to complete the design of project from schematic thru bid phase services

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or BS degree in Architectural Engineering; Structural emphasis
• NY or NJ PE
• SE Certification
• 15+ years' experience
• Preference given to local candidates

Experience with water bearing structures is preferred

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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

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

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

United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 26, 2026

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.