Structural Engineer (buildings)

Lvi-Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Health care

Paid time off

Job summary

Lvi-Associates, a growing multidisciplinary firm in New York, seeks a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join its New York team. The role focuses on structural design, assessment, rehabilitation, and investigation across diverse projects.

Ideal candidates enjoy hands-on technical work and aspire to leadership, client interaction, and project management over time. Strong communication and collaboration are essential as you mentor junior staff and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New York.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience in consulting/design.
• Strong background in calculations, analysis, and construction documentation.
• Experience using structural analysis software; Revit is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for building and support structures using steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits to document existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop repair or retrofit solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and quality reviews.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering calculations

Technical reports

Construction documentation

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

Structural analysis software

Job description

Salary: USD120000 - USD180000 per annum + 4.01k, dental and health care, PTO

About the Opportunity:

A growing multidisciplinary consulting firm is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join its New York team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while developing expertise in structural design, assessment, rehabilitation, and investigation work.

The position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands-on technical role but is also interested in progressing into project management, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building and support structure projects utilizing steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
• Prepare construction drawings, details, specifications, and related deliverables.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and support construction-phase services.
• Conduct site visits to document existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop repair, rehabilitation, strengthening, or retrofit solutions.
• Participate in forensic investigations and structural assessments as required.
• Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and project stakeholders throughout project development.

Project & Client Support:

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Participate in client meetings and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Support proposal preparation, technical narratives, and business development initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or challenges.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience within a consulting or design environment.
• Strong background in structural calculations, analysis, and construction documentation.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software.
• Familiarity with Revit or comparable BIM software is preferred.
• Strong written communication skills with experience preparing technical reports and calculations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to perform occasional site visits and travel as required.

What You'll Gain:

• Exposure to a broad portfolio of structural engineering projects.
• Opportunities for technical growth and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment with experienced industry professionals.
• Clear advancement pathways into project management and leadership roles.Competitive compensation and benefits package.