Structural Engineer & Design Manager

Employbridge; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EmployBridge is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer & Design Manager in Texas to lead a team of drafters, review structural plans, and seal engineering calculations for residential and commercial projects. This hands-on role blends leadership with technical oversight across design, drafting, and project execution.

The ideal candidate holds a US PE license, 5+ years of structural engineering experience, and proven ability to stamp/seal drawings while mentoring others and guiding projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required
• Current PE license in the United States and ability to stamp/seal drawings
• Minimum 5+ years of structural engineering experience
• Experience leading/d supervising drafting/design teams
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial building codes and structural analysis software

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of CAD drafters and designers
• Review drawings, calculations, and documents for accuracy and compliance
• Establish drafting and engineering standards, procedures, and best practices
• Coordinate with Sales, Production, Quality, and Operations for project execution
• Design and analyze structural systems for residential manufactured home projects
• Perform structural calculations using approved software
• Ensure compliance with building codes
• Review and approve construction documents and design modifications
• Apply professional seal to drawings and calculations when required
• Travel as needed for site visits and project coordination
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency gains

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Mentoring

Communication

Team Oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural Analysis Software

Construction Drawings

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer & Design Manager to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity for a licensed engineer who enjoys balancing technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. In this role, you will oversee a team of drafters and designers, review and approve structural plans, provide engineering guidance, and place your professional seal on construction drawings and calculations.

If you're a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys solving complex design challenges while mentoring others and influencing projects from concept through production, we'd like to speak with you.

What You'll Do

Engineering Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of CAD drafters and designers.
• Review drawings, calculations, and technical documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Establish drafting and engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Coordinate with Sales, Production, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Design and analyze structural systems for residential manufactured home building projects.
• Perform structural calculations and engineering evaluations using approved software and industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and national building codes.
• Review and approve construction documents, specifications, and design modifications.
• Apply your professional engineering seal to drawings, calculations, and engineering documents where required.

Project Management

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Collaborate with customers, third-party agencies, and regulatory authorities throughout the approval process.
• Provide technical support during construction, manufacturing, and installation phases.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, efficiency gains, and cost savings.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States.
• Ability to stamp and seal structural drawings and engineering documents.
• Minimum 5+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Previous experience leading, supervising, or mentoring drafting/design teams.
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial building codes.
• Experience with structural analysis and engineering software.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and construction drawing review.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within modular, manufactured, residential, or light commercial construction.
• Multi-state engineering licensure or ability to obtain additional state licenses.
• Experience working with third-party reviewing agencies and code compliance organizations.

Travel Requirements

• Moderate travel required (approximately 10%).
• Travel may include visits to manufacturing facilities, project sites, customer meetings, regulatory agencies, and field inspections.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a skilled and growing design team.
• Make a direct impact on projects, processes, and company success.
• Work for a dynamic organization that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with talented professionals in engineering, construction, manufacturing, and operations.
• Opportunity to influence design standards and engineering excellence across the organization.

Build More Than Structures. Build a Legacy.