Structural Engineer

australia-kleinfelder; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability

Clothing allowance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Paid training and development

Job summary

Kleinfelder, a leading engineering firm, seeks a full-time Structural Engineer in the West Des Moines area to support bridge, building, and treatment-plant projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients to ensure quality deliverables.

Ideal candidates have at least five years of structural engineering experience and a strong ability to communicate clearly. Office locations in West Des Moines preferred; bolstered by opportunities in Bolingbrook or Kansas

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Structural design and detailing for bridges, buildings, and treatment plant structures.
• Collaborate with planning, design and construction teams; potential to lead projects.
• Maintain effective client communication and project updates.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conduct periodic on-site construction observations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bridge design software

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! In 2025, we aquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community.

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step into Your New Role

We are currently seeking a full-time Structural Engineer to join our team. Our team works with private companies on commercial projects, as well as with State and Local Government on bridge and transportation related projects. We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills to assist our current staff in serving our clients. Our preferred location would be in our West Des Moines office but we will consider strong candidates in our Bolingbrook or Kansas City office. This position will collaborate with our structural team members across our organization.

V&K BENEFITS

• Benefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances
• Clothing allowance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays
• Paid training and development on and off-site

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Structural design and detailing for bridge, building and/or treatment plant structures
• Work with teams participating in planning, design and construction of structural projects, with future opportunities to lead project teams
• Client contact including verbal and written communication
• Ability to complete projects on time and within budget
• Periodic on-site construction observation

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 5 years or more experience in structural engineering
• Iowa PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Solid written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) and/or Illinois DOT projects and procedures
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design code
• Illinois SE license a plus
• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience with hydraulic design for bridges and roadway design
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD a plus

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)