Senior Structural Engineer | Studio Lead

Northern Impact; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

A leading global architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer/Studio Lead for their Minneapolis office. The role involves leading engineering projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality deliverables in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• 10+ years licensed experience.
• 3+ years team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex engineering design and problem-solving initiatives.
• Manage construction administration activities.
• Mentor junior professionals and designers.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Strong writing skills

Project fee development

Team management

Self-motivated

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering or Architectural Engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Industry-standard calculation software

Job description

Overview

A leading global architecture and engineering firm with over 100 years of legacy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer/Studio Lead for their Minneapolis office. This established firm specializes in transformative design across multiple sectors, with offices strategically located throughout the United States. Their portfolio encompasses federal, healthcare, aviation, education, and commercial projects, delivered through integrated architecture, engineering, and interior design services.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead complex engineering projects with a focus on protective design and federal infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead complex engineering design processes and problem-solving initiatives

• Establish and specify engineering requirements for projects

• Conduct and oversee site investigations

• Create high-quality technical documentation including narratives, reports, calculations, and specifications

• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards while adhering to schedule and budget constraints

Project Management & Coordination

• Lead cross-discipline coordination and technical discussions

• Review engineering documents for code compliance and quality assurance

• Manage construction administration activities including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and site visits

• Develop and maintain engineering quality control processes

• Direct and supervise Engineers, EITs, and designers

Team Development

• Mentor junior professionals and designers

• Create and implement training programs for the engineering team

• Foster effective communication practices across teams

• Build and manage project teams for various initiatives

• Implement standardized practices across the studio

Strategic Leadership

• Identify and communicate with Subject Matter Experts across markets

• Coordinate resource allocation with Operations and Discipline Directors

• Support business development and studio growth initiatives

• Participate in recruitment and hiring processes

Client Relations & Business Development

• Attend client meetings and maintain stakeholder communications

• Develop client relationships and strategic partnerships

• Contribute to proposal writing and fee estimation

• Participate in client interviews

• Travel for marketing and project activities as needed

Requirements:

• Professional Engineering (PE) license required

• ABET-accredited Engineering or Architectural Engineering degree

• 10+ years licensed experience

• 3+ years team management experience

• Production experience in developing deliverable drawing sets in Revit and AutoCAD required

• Expertise with industry-standard calculation software

• Strong knowledge of building codes and industry standards

Key Attributes

• Excellence in interpersonal communication and presentation

• Strong writing skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities

• Self-motivated team player

• Project fee development experience

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary range: $95,000 – $145,000, based on experience

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan with company match

• Supplemental insurance options (Accident and Critical Illness)

• HSA and FSA options

• Commuter benefits

• Company-paid life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Parental leave

• Work-life balance initiatives

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work on significant projects while advancing your career in a collaborative, professional environment.

The studio operates on a flexible hybrid schedule with three days in their collaborative office environment and two days working remotely, offering an ideal balance between in-person collaboration and remote flexibility.