Senior Structural Engineer IV

Zapata Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) participation

Job summary

ZAPATA Incorporated seeks a Senior Structural Engineer IV to work from either the Charlotte, NC or Atlanta, GA office. You will lead design for diverse projects, mentor peers, and coordinate with in‑house and outside professionals, including seismic upgrades and military/commercial renovations.

The role requires extensive experience with steel, concrete, masonry, and timber, plus proficiency in structural analysis software and building codes.

Qualifications

• BS in Structural Engineering; MS preferred.
• Current PE license with comity eligibility in other states.
• Minimum 20 years of structural design experience.
• Proficiency with ASCE 41, IBC, UFC, ACI, AISC, TMS 402/602, NDS.
• Experience with RISA Suite and Tekla Tedds.
• Familiarity with H‑18‑8 Seismic Design Requirements a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design of foundations, gravity and lateral systems, and appurtenances supporting architectural features.
• Prepare detailed calculation packages documenting building design for third‑party review.
• Conduct detailed technical reviews to verify code compliance and calculations.
• Mentor junior staff and act as SME across the project portfolio.
• Site visits to document conditions and perform structural observations.
• Prepare or review cost estimates as required.
• Assist in facilities planning, design, and maintenance across categories.

Skills

Mentoring

Project leadership

Quality control/review

Seismic design understanding

Education

BS in Structural Engineering

MS in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

RISA Suite

Tekla Tedds

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

ZAPATA is a full-service architecture and engineering company with operations throughout the Continental United States in support of Department of War, federal government, and private sector clients. The company is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer IV to work out of either the Charlotte, NC or Atlanta, GA office.

Position Summary

This position requires structural design for a variety of projects, including new buildings and infrastructure construction, seismic structural upgrades, forensic investigations, and military/commercial/industrial renovation. The role involves design and detailing for production of structural working drawings at a senior level commensurate with experience. Additional duties may include preparing written reports, specifications, construction cost estimates, conducting site visits, and coordinating with in‑house and outside professionals. The senior engineer will also mentor fewer experienced coworkers and support others as needed. Experience with Department of War facilities and the Unified Facilities Criteria is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

This Senior Engineering position’s main responsibilities include independently performing structural design of new buildings, seismic design, renovations of existing facilities, and in‑depth technical review of structural systems and details. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and detailing complex buildings in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber, including office, warehouse, industrial, and utility facilities. Mentoring junior staff and acting as a subject‑matter expert across the portfolio of projects is a key component of this role.

• Prepares structural design of buildings including foundations, gravity and lateral systems, and appurtenances supporting architectural features.
• Prepares detailed calculation packages documenting building design, suitable for third‑party review.
• Conducts detailed technical review of complex structural projects to verify code compliance and correct calculations.
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria with judgment in making substantial engineering adaptations.
• Prepares complete structural deliverables, including drawings, narratives, specifications, and calculation packages.
• Prepares or reviews cost estimates as required.
• Conducts project site visits to document conditions and perform structural observations.
• Assists in preparing written reports.
• Assists as a technical consultant concerning facilities planning, design, construction, and maintenance for different categories of facilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Structural Engineering (MS preferred).
• Current PE license and ability to be licensed by comity in other states.
• SE License preferred.
• Minimum 20 years structural design experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ASCE 41.
• Proficiency in building codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), ACI, AISC, TMS 402/602, and NDS.
• Familiarity with H‑18‑8 Seismic Design Requirements a plus.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as RISA Suite and Tekla Tedds, required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit a plus.
• Experience in non‑linear and dynamic analysis a plus.
• Military facilities design is preferred.
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) participation

All employment offers are contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check and drug screen. ZAPATA participates in E‑Verify.

EOE/AA – Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal contractor. ZAPATA desires priority referrals. Drug‑Free Workplace.