Senior Structural Engineer — Design & Field Impact

French & Parrello Associates; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA, FSA, and DCFSA options

401k retirement plans

Paid sick leave / PTO

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join our Structural Engineering Department in Newark, NJ. You will analyze and design a variety of structural systems, prepare calculations and construction documents, and coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams on projects through design and construction phases.

The role emphasizes technical independence, contributing to ongoing projects, and advancing within a growing firm known for its

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus.
• 2–4 years of structural design experience, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Working knowledge of structural design software RAM, RISA, ETABS, SAP2000 or similar analysis programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.
• Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and other applicable design codes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites to perform construction inspections and structural field observations in New Jersey and New York.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for building systems including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.
• Prepare structural calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents including drawings, specifications, and details.
• Coordinate structural design with other internal disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, and architecture.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Assist with field observations and site visits to evaluate existing structures and construction progress.
• Support project managers with scheduling, coordination, and technical deliverables.
• Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Participate in internal design reviews and quality control processes.

Skills

Structural analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

EIT certification

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

RAM

RISA

ETABS

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join our Structural Engineering Department in Newark, NJ. You will analyze and design a variety of structural systems, prepare calculations and construction documents, and coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams on projects through design and construction phases.

The role emphasizes technical independence, contributing to ongoing projects, and advancing within a growing firm known for its