Structural Engineer - Building Design

Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU) - Australia Chapter; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GPI is seeking a Senior Structural Building Engineer in Scranton, PA to lead design across commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and municipal projects. The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and driving project success from concept to construction.

Candidates should bring 7+ years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of applicable codes, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and structural analysis software. PE preferred; SE a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• PE license preferred; SE license a plus.
• 7+ years of structural building design experience.
• Strong knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and applicable building codes.
• Experience leading structural projects from concept through construction.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Experience with commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and public-sector projects preferred.
• Proven ability to mentor staff, manage clients, and oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber building systems.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, quality control, and client expectations.
• Perform structural condition assessments, site investigations, and forensic evaluations.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Support proposal development, client meetings, and business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Structural analysis software

Job description

Lead Complex Structural Projects and Mentor the Next Generation of Engineers

GPI is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Building Engineer to join our team in Scranton, PA. This leadership-focused role offers the opportunity to lead structural design efforts across a wide range of commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and municipal projects, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber building systems.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, quality control, and client expectations.
• Perform structural condition assessments, site investigations, and forensic evaluations.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Support proposal development, client meetings, and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• A professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred; an SE license is a plus.
• 7+ years of structural building design experience.
• Strong knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and applicable building codes.
• Experience leading structural projects from concept through construction.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Experience with commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and public-sector projects preferred.
• Proven ability to mentor staff, manage clients, and oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why GPI?

As an employee-owned firm, GPI offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects while helping shape the future of our structural practice. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, technical excellence, and professional growth, supported by competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career advancement opportunities.