Senior Structural Engineer — Industrial Projects Lead

Energy Jobline ZR; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 118,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

KFI Engineers in St. Paul, MN is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead multiple projects, ensure technical excellence, and deliver client-focused results. The role requires directing design teams, acting as Engineer of Record, and supporting business development through proposals and client meetings.

The candidate should have a Civil Engineering degree with structural emphasis, 10+ years of experience, and a P.E. license (or willingness to obtain). Travel is expected to be minimal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Design.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification in multiple states, or willingness to pursue the P.E. designation and obtain multi-state registrations within one year of employment.
• Strong structural design experience across a variety of industries and materials.
• Experience using structural analysis software (RISA or similar).
• Demonstrated consistency in successful combination of design and/or project management.
• Possess an understanding of Process, Electrical, Mechanical, Architectural, and Civil Engineering construction practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without sponsorship.
• Represent the company in a professional matter.
• Travel: May include some domestic travel, likely 5% or less, 1 to 2 days in duration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the discipline lead for multiple concurrent projects; performing engineering calculations, overseeing drawing development, delegating design tasks, resource planning, completing quality assurance reviews and mentoring.
• Act as the Engineer of Record on assigned projects.
• Lead effective project execution by developing scope estimates, and ensuring all work remains within scope and adheres to budget (labor, expenses, and subcontractors).
• Create project plans and schedules for execution of work.
• Oversee the production of construction documents including drawings and specifications, ensuring that sound structural engineering principles are consistently applied.
• Coordinate work with internal and external stakeholders, providing technical support and direction to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Supervise direct reports, including engineers and designers, providing performance guidance, workload direction, and ongoing support.
• Provide work direction to team members and subcontractors, offering technical and engineering support across departments as needed.
• Mentor, teach, and support the professional growth of developing structural team members.
• Participate in all aspects of business development, including proposal preparation, client meetings, and interviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (structural design)

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

P.E. certification (multiple states)

Tools

RISA or similar

MS Office

Job description

KFI Engineers in St. Paul, MN is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead multiple projects, ensure technical excellence, and deliver client-focused results. The role requires directing design teams, acting as Engineer of Record, and supporting business development through proposals and client meetings.

The candidate should have a Civil Engineering degree with structural emphasis, 10+ years of experience, and a P.E. license (or willingness to obtain). Travel is expected to be minimal.