Senior Structural Engineer — Transportation Infrastructure

Mott MacDonald; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical coverage

dental coverage

vision coverage

FSA accounts

HSA accounts

company-paid life insurance

short-term disability coverage

long-term disability coverage

401(k) with company matching

paid time off

paid holidays

caregiver leave

employee referral bonuses

professional registration reimburse;tu

tuition assistance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the development and delivery of civil/structural projects in Los Angeles and Austin. The role emphasizes seismic design, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and client-facing responsibilities.

You will contribute to design execution, support project management, and mentor junior staff while upholding technical excellence across our transportation portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience with AASHTO, Caltrans, AREMA, ASCE, and CBC design codes and standards.
• California seismic analysis and design experience.
• Proficiency in design of reinforced concrete, precast/prestressed concrete, post-tensioned concrete, and structural steel.
• Strong problem-solving, independent work capability, and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual to detailed designs using standard analysis and design software.
• Participate in project, client, and team meetings; mentor junior staff.
• Review, prepare, and modify designs; prepare drawings and reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across offices; attend onsite meetings in LA and Austin.
• Contribute to project management and client interactions with a digital-by-default approach.
• Support the company purpose and uphold technical excellence and integrity.

Skills

Methodical problem-solving

Client engagement

Technical writing

Teamwork across regions

Independent work

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the development and delivery of civil/structural projects in Los Angeles and Austin. The role emphasizes seismic design, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and client-facing responsibilities.

You will contribute to design execution, support project management, and mentor junior staff while upholding technical excellence across our transportation portfolio.