Senior Structural Engineer (buildings)

Lvi-Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Health insurance

PTO

Job summary

Lvi-Associates in New York is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join our growing multidisciplinary team. You will work on diverse building projects, performing analysis, design, and assessments, and contribute to rehabilitation and investigation work.

This hands-on role also offers pathways to project management, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities. Ideal candidates have NY PE, a Civil/Structural degree, and 5+ years in consulting, with proficiency in structural

Qualifications

• New York PE license is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience in consulting or design.
• Strong background in calculations, analysis, and construction documentation.
• Experience using structural analysis software.
• Familiarity with Revit or comparable BIM software preferred.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel and perform site visits as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for various building projects using steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Develop calculations, reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare drawings, details, specs, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFI, and support construction-phase services.
• Visit sites to document conditions and monitor progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and propose retrofit solutions.
• Contribute to forensic investigations and assess structural conditions.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards through QA reviews.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and stakeholders.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering calculations

Technical reporting

Project coordination

Client interaction

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Revit

BIM software

Engineering software

Job description

Salary: USD120000 - USD180000 per annum + 4.01k, dental and health care, PTO

About the Opportunity:

A growing multidisciplinary consulting firm is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join its New York team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while developing expertise in structural design, assessment, rehabilitation, and investigation work.

The position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands-on technical role but is also interested in progressing into project management, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building and support structure projects utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits to document existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop repair, rehabilitation, strengthening, or retrofit solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and structural assessments as required.
• Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and project stakeholders throughout project development.

Project & Client Support:

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Participate in client meetings and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Support proposal preparation, technical narratives, and business development initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or challenges.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience within a consulting or design environment.
• Strong background in structural calculations, analysis, and construction documentation.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software.
• Familiarity with Revit or comparable BIM software is preferred.
• Strong written communication skills with experience preparing technical reports and calculations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to perform occasional site visits and travel as required.

What You'll Gain:

• Exposure to a broad portfolio of structural engineering projects.
• Opportunities for technical growth and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment with experienced industry professionals.
• Clear advancement pathways into project management and leadership roles.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.