Senior Structural Project Engineer, Water Resources & PM

Webuildidaho; Kirkland, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Stock ownership

Wellness reimbursement

9 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. The Senior Project Engineer - Structural will lead projects in fisheries, hydropower, dams, flood control, and water conveyance, bringing 8–12 years of structural experience to the role.

The position emphasizes advanced FEA modeling (ABAQUS/ANSYS), seismic analysis, and project management while mentoring junior staff. Travel up to 15% to project sites and client locations is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited University.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience as a Structural Engineer with Project Management experience preferred.
• PE & SE Required; California PE and NCEES registration strongly preferred.
• Experience with water resource infrastructure including fishery related projects, hydropower, dams, water conveyance, storm water networks, heavy grading, water treatment, spillways, and pump stations.
• Experience with advanced FEA modeling for linear and non-linear structural analysis utilizing software including ABAQUS or ANSYS/LS DYNA.
• Demonstrated expertise in application of seismic loads analysis, including coefficient methods, response spectrum analysis methods and time history analysis methods.
• Proficient knowledge of various structural design standards including: ASCE7, ACI 318 and 350, AISC 360 and 341 among others
• Familiarity with Federal Agency codes and requirements, including FERC, USACE, USBR
• Strong communication, technical and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply advanced structural design techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Develop FEA models and perform linear and non-linear analysis, using available software. Be comfortable presenting analysis results to clients in a manner that is easy to understand.
• Manage projects by establishing project deliverables, developing the project team, manage changes to project scope, establish communication plans, and monitor and control project work.
• Evaluate and manage planning, design and construction support services for projects.
• Collection and analysis of field data, as-built plans and engineering reports to establish existing conditions and identify critical areas for design criteria.
• Provide mentorship to other engineering staff.
• Travel (up to 15% of time) is required to project sites and client locations.

Job description

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. The Senior Project Engineer - Structural will lead projects in fisheries, hydropower, dams, flood control, and water conveyance, bringing 8–12 years of structural experience to the role.

The position emphasizes advanced FEA modeling (ABAQUS/ANSYS), seismic analysis, and project management while mentoring junior staff. Travel up to 15% to project sites and client locations is required.