Sr Structural Engineer

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a structural engineer to develop drawings, specifications, and calculations across all design phases. You will create 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD tools, including Tekla Structures, and collaborate with engineers, detailers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions within schedule and budget.

Responsibilities include construction administration tasks, review of submittals and RFIs, and site visits, with emphasis on maintaining cost control and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings, specifications, and calculations across project design phases.
• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD tools, including Tekla Structures.
• Lead construction administration activities such as reviewing submittals and RFIs; participate in site visits.
• Assist in cost tracking, scope management, and technical risk evaluation.

Skills

Structural analysis

CAD tools

Tekla Structures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering

Tools

Tekla Structures

Job description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

Job Summary

Responsible for the development of drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under reduced supervision Assist in developing structural designs and analytical models for various building types and materials and perform calculations and analyses using working knowledge of all relevant codes. Collaborate with engineers, modelers, detailers and external stakeholders to produce accurate 2D and 3D models using CAD tools, including Tekla Structures, and deliver coordinated, high-quality design solutions within budget and schedule. Lead construction administration activities by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and participating in site visits as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and production of drawings, specifications, and calculations during a project’s design phase life cycle from conceptual design to completion of construction documents under reduced supervision and coordination with managers. Assist in review of deliverables to ensure the scope and quality standards are met throughout project's life cycle.
• Assist in the development of structural designs and analytical models for various building types and materials using working knowledge of all relevant codes.
• In collaboration with managers, leads construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits.
• Utilize working knowledge of CAD software, including Tekla Structures, and other tools to create 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Assists project managers with cost tracking, scope management, and technical risk evaluation.
• Participates in professional development and identifies and helps implement opportunities for technical and process enhancements.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

6+ years of experience in structural engineering required.

Certifications And Licenses

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.