Structural Engineer

Talon Hiring Solutions; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Talon Hiring Solutions' client in the Charlotte, NC area is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership across a range of projects, overseeing design, analysis, and engineering solutions from concept through completion. Ideal candidates will hold a PE, have 6–14+ years of structural experience, and be able to seal calculations and plans.

You will mentor engineers, guide Responsible Charge, and collaborate with construction and project teams to deliver buildable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• 6–14+ years of structural engineering and design experience.
• PE license required; SE preferred.
• Experience with Responsible Charge and technical leadership.
• Knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, AWC, and AISI.
• Experience with reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, structural and cold-formed steel, timber, masonry, and foundations.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design and analysis for temporary structures and complex construction conditions, including shoring, re-shoring, formwork, falsework, crane foundations, tie-backs, and stability bracing.
• Design and evaluate construction procedures, including erection, demolition, jacking, post-tensioning, hoisting, and temporary loading.
• Operate in or support Responsible Charge, including directing engineering staff and sealing calculations, reports, and plans as required.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control for internal and consultant engineering work.
• Lead complex engineering scopes across multiple projects, identifying risks and developing practical, buildable solutions.
• Partner with construction, operations, preconstruction, and project teams on constructability, field issues, remediation, and risk mitigation.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and contribute to engineering standards, procedures, and tools.
• Provide technical support for claims, investigations, and dispute resolution as needed.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Job description

Talon Hiring Solutions has a client in the Charlotte,NC area seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership across a variety of projects, overseeing structural design, analysis, and engineering solutions from concept through completion. This role will support Responsible Charge as required, while collaborating closely with operations, pre-construction, and project teams to resolve complex challenges and deliver practical, buildable solutions. The ideal candidate is a confident engineering leader who can make sound technical decisions, lead project scopes, and contribute to the overall success of the Design & Engineering team.

What You'll Do:

• Lead structural engineering design and analysis for temporary structures and complex construction conditions, including shoring, re-shoring, formwork, falsework, crane foundations, tie-backs, and stability bracing.


• Design and evaluate construction procedures, including erection, demolition, jacking, post-tensioning, hoisting, and temporary loading.


• Operate in or support Responsible Charge , including directing engineering staff and sealing calculations, reports, and plans as required.


• Provide technical oversight and quality control for internal and consultant engineering work.


• Lead complex engineering scopes across multiple projects, identifying risks and developing practical, buildable solutions.


• Partner with construction, operations, preconstruction, and project teams on constructability, field issues, remediation, and risk mitigation.


• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and contribute to engineering standards, procedures, and tools.


• Provide technical support for claims, investigations, and dispute resolution as needed.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.


• 6-14+ years of structural engineering and design experience.


• PE license required; SE preferred.


• Experience with Responsible Charge and technical leadership.


• Advanced knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, AWC, and AISI.


• Strong experience with reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, structural and cold-formed steel, timber, masonry, and foundations.


• Strong engineering judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence project teams and stakeholders.


• Proficiency with structural analysis, modeling, and drafting software.