Structural Discipline Lead

Freese and Nichols; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Annual bonus

Access to company cabins

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Freese and Nichols is looking for a Structural Discipline Lead in Austin, Texas, to guide technical excellence and mentor engineers in structural design.

This role involves leading design projects across water, infrastructure, and commercial sectors while fostering a collaborative team environment. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a PE or SE license are essential.

The position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, paid overtime, and an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) required.
• 6+ years of structural design experience.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design for various projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for multiple projects.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Strong communication and leadership skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Freese and Nichols is continuing to grow our structural practice in Texas and is seeking a Structural Discipline Lead in Austin to help advance our technical excellence, develop our people, and support delivery of complex, high-impact projects.

This is an opportunity for a strong technical leader who wants to shape a discipline, mentor engineers, and play a key role in project success across a wide range of structural applications—from water infrastructure to commercial and industrial facilities.

Why This Role Matters

• Austin growth – One of the fastest-growing regions in Texas with increasing demand for structural expertise
• Diverse project portfolio – Work across water, infrastructure, and building projects
• Technical leadership – Opportunity to influence design standards and project execution
• People development – Play a key role in mentoring and growing the next generation

Technical Leadership

• Lead structural analysis and design for a variety of projects
• Prepare and review technical reports, plans, and specifications
• Ensure quality and consistency across deliverables
• Provide guidance on complex design challenges

Project Management

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for multiple concurrent projects
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful outcomes
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders

Team Development

• Mentor and develop junior engineers
• Support knowledge sharing and continuous learning
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment

Client & Team Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with project teams and clients
• Understand project needs and deliver tailored, high-quality solutions
• Contribute to a culture of exceptional client service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE)
• 6+ years of structural design experience
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Structural Engineer (SE) license
• Project management experience
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.