Senior Structural Engineer - Buildings

HDR; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer in Arizona to serve as a technical expert and project manager. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, a minimum of 10 years of experience, and familiarity with Microsoft Office and analytical software. The candidate must possess an engineering license. Join a culture that empowers employee-owners and fosters innovative ideas among professionals. This full-time position offers a chance to make an impactful contribution in the building engineering industry.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience as it relates to building design.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board is required.
• Understanding of gravity and lateral analysis.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert in structural engineering.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities.
• Supervise work of staff of professionals and technicians.

Skills

Structural Engineering expertise

Project Management

Proposal writing

Data center structural design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

RAM

ETABS

SAFE

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch our story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities.
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians.
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering with Structural Emphasis.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license.
• Revit and Navisworks experience.
• An interest in data center structural design.
• Experience writing proposals.
• Knowledge of ACI 350, AWWA D100, and API 650.
• Previous experience with structural investigations and rehabilitation design.

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.

Employment Information

Primary Location: United States – Arizona – Phoenix

Other Locations: United States – Arizona – Tucson

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Building Structural

Job Posting: Mar 31, 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.