Sr. Structural Project Engineer

Design Hire LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire seeks a Lead Structural Project Engineer in Las Vegas to manage complex building design and guide technical delivery from concept through construction documents. The role targets a licensed structural engineer capable of leading design execution and coordinating with project teams on high-quality solutions.

The candidate should have 7+ years of structural engineering experience, strong knowledge of AISC and seismic design, and proficiency with major software (ETABS, STAAD, STRUDL,

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license required.
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of AISC, concrete design principles, building codes, and seismic requirements.
• Experience with major structural analysis software (ETABS, STAAD, STRUDL, SAP, RISA, RAM).
• Ability to lead design teams and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design efforts for commercial buildings, high-rise structures, towers, and related vertical construction projects.
• Develop and review structural systems involving steel, concrete, beams, foundations, lateral systems, and seismic design requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, BIM teams, and internal engineering disciplines to support accurate and constructible project deliverables.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Review models, resolve technical design issues, and support project communication through design and construction phases.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

ETABS

STAAD

STRUDL

SAP

RISA

RAM

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Las Vegas, United States | Posted on 07/31/2026

We’re seeking a Lead Structural Project Engineer to manage complex building design work and guide technical delivery across commercial and vertical construction projects. This role is a strong fit for a licensed structural engineer who can lead design execution, coordinate with project teams, and support high-quality structural solutions from concept through construction documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural design efforts for commercial buildings, high-rise structures, towers, and related vertical construction projects.
• Develop and review structural systems involving steel, concrete, beams, foundations, lateral systems, and seismic design requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, BIM teams, and internal engineering disciplines to support accurate and constructible project deliverables.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Review models, resolve technical design issues, and support project communication through design and construction phases.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license required.
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AISC, concrete design principles, building codes, and seismic requirements.
• Experience with structural analysis software such as ETABS, STAAD, STRUDL, SAP, RISA, or RAM.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, or related design documentation tools.
• Background supporting commercial, multi-story, or large-scale building projects.
• Ability to lead technical work, manage priorities, and coordinate with multi-discipline project teams.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affamative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.