Structural Engineer

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Stock Options

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead multiple heavy industrial projects including bridges, plant upgrades, and site improvements. You will oversee design, analysis, and permitting from concept through construction, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a PE license in California, 10+ years of structural experience, and strong communication skills to manage budgets and schedules across teams in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including heavy industrial projects.
• PE license in California.
• Proficiency in engineering software (spreadsheets, word processing, AutoCAD, structural analysis/design tools).
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail; excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to perform all phases of structural engineering tasks (investigation, inspection, modeling, analysis, design).
• Experience with building permits and knowledge of construction methods and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis of bridges, industrial facilities, and site improvements with code compliance.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, and technical reports for new and retrofit projects.
• Oversee permitting, contractor coordination, and bid evaluations.
• Conduct site visits for inspections and construction support.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, architects, contractors, and regulators.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; report progress to management and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff; maintain organized documentation.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project management

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in California

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA-3D

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to lead and manage multiple infrastructure and building projects, including structural steel analysis, design, and construction for heavy industries such as sand and gravel processing plants, plant upgrades, and site improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, proven project management abilities, and the skill to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders. This role involves hands-on engineering and oversight from concept through construction, maintaining effective communication with plant operators, ensuring permit compliance, and building strong relationships with local agencies.
Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including heavy industrial projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California
• Proficiency in engineering software (spreadsheets, word processing, AutoCAD, structural analysis/design tools); familiarity with mining operations; ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail; excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to perform all phases of structural engineering tasks, including investigation, inspection, modeling, analysis, and design of steel and concrete structures.
• Experience preparing building permits and strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and permitting.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with public infrastructure permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Expertise in concrete foundation and steel structure design and construction.
• Familiarity with heavy industrial projects, including open-pit mining and equipment load analysis.
• Field experience with inspections, retrofits, and construction support; bridge construction experience is a plus.

What You Will Be Doing

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis of bridges, industrial facilities, and site/street improvements, ensuring code compliance.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, and technical reports for new and retrofit projects.
• Oversee permitting, contractor coordination, and bid evaluations.
• Conduct site visits for inspections, troubleshooting, and construction support.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams, including civil engineers, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; report progress to management and clients.
• Provide technical guidance on material selection, construction methods, and quality control.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff.
• Support other team engineers with structural design needs.
• Maintain organized project documentation and facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.
• Coordinate with public agencies to secure permits and inspections.
• Communicate engineering solutions with plant operators, agencies, and stakeholders; foster strong working relationships.
• Utilize engineering tools (AutoCAD, RISA-3D, etc.) for problem-solving.

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.