Senior Structural Engineer - Lead Design & Delivery

Burns & McDonnell; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design teams across a broad range of projects, from concept to construction. You will ensure code compliance, guide budgets and schedules, and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities include coordinating with clients, vendors and field teams, evaluating design options, producing reports, and contributing to business development while maintaining QA/QC and safety standards.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited program degree with 7 years structural engineering experience (EPC preferred).
• FE exam completed and 7 years structural experience (EPC preferred).
• Structural engineering degree with 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Prepare structural equipment specs, RFQs, and data sheets.
• Review vendor drawings and interface with suppliers, clients and other disciplines.
• Develop project schedule, scope, budget, staffing, and construction planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Quality review

Travel willingness

Education

ABET-accredited degree + 7 years experience (EPC preferred)

ABET-accredited + FE exam + 7 years experience

ABET-accredited degree + 6 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD software

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design teams across a broad range of projects, from concept to construction. You will ensure code compliance, guide budgets and schedules, and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities include coordinating with clients, vendors and field teams, evaluating design options, producing reports, and contributing to business development while maintaining QA/QC and safety standards.