Senior Structural Engineer - Lead Projects & Client Impact

Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(k) contributions

Company-paid health, dental, vision

Life insurance and long-term DI

Paid time off and holidays

Transit reimbursement

License & association fees paid

Stock ownership opportunities

Employee engagement events

Job summary

Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer for our Portland, Oregon office. The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience with 10+ years preferred and a Professional Engineer license.

You will perform engineer-of-record design computations, prepare contract documents, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship to junior staff while maintaining client relationships and project delivery quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis (preferred).
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Familiarity with building codes and structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineer-of-record design computations and contract documents for structural projects.
• Perform structural calculations and prepare submittal documentation for permitting.
• Lead development of project scopes, budgets, and schedules as appropriate.
• Coordinate structural work with clients, architects, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Mentor less experienced staff and provide technical guidance as needed.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Client communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (structural emphasis)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer for our Portland, Oregon office. The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience with 10+ years preferred and a Professional Engineer license.

You will perform engineer-of-record design computations, prepare contract documents, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship to junior staff while maintaining client relationships and project delivery quality.