Structural Engineer — Help Shape Communities While Growing Your Career with KPFF

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & Holiday Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Family Leave

401(k) with 3% Contribution

Mentorship Programs

Flexible scheduling

Paid Parking

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is looking for a Structural Engineer in Louisville, Kentucky. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to innovative projects while advancing your career. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and a PE license, with at least 4 years of design experience preferred.

You will manage projects, conduct structural analysis, and collaborate with clients. KPFF offers a supportive culture, mentorship opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including generous PTO, healthcare, and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of structural engineering design experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a must.
• Experience in project management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of structural engineering projects.
• Perform structural analysis and design.
• Collaborate with clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Structural analysis and design

Proficiency with ETABS

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of building codes

BIM software (Revit)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ETABS

RISA‑3D

RAM Structural System

Revit

Job description

Structural Engineer — Help Shape Communities While Growing Your Career with KPFF

• Full-time
• Discipline : Structural Engineering

Who We Are

At KPFF, we believe great engineering starts with great people. As a nationally recognized, employee‑owned engineering firm, we deliver impactful projects across the country while staying deeply connected to the communities we serve.

Our Louisville team offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to continue building an established career close to home while working on innovative, high‑profile projects nationwide. Whether you are looking to return to Louisville, deepen your local roots, or take the next step in your structural engineering journey, KPFF offers the reach and technical depth of a national firm with the culture and flexibility of a local team.

At KPFF, careers are shaped by initiative, mentorship, and leadership, not rigid corporate ladders. We invest heavily in developing future leaders through hands‑on mentorship, technical collaboration, and opportunities to grow your career in the direction that matters most to you.

We are seeking an adaptive and thoughtful Structural Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join our growing Louisville team.

This role offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career close to home while contributing to innovative structural engineering projects across the country. Whether you are looking to return to Louisville, stay connected to the community you care about, or expand your career opportunities without leaving your hometown, KPFF offers the project diversity and reach of a national firm with the mentorship, support, and connection of a local team.

In this role, you will contribute to structural engineering projects from concept through construction while continuing to grow as a licensed professional. You will work with experienced engineers, BIM professionals, and clients, with mentorship and career support from KPFF’s engineering team.

You will take on meaningful project responsibilities, strengthen your technical and leadership skills, and contribute to impactful work locally and nationwide.

What You’ll Do

• Manage all aspects of structural engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building types and materials
• Collaborate with clients to understand project goals and maintain clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in feasibility studies, site investigations, and structural assessments, as needed
• Prepare, review, and coordinate engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports in accordance with applicable building codes
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or challenges, and implement mitigation strategies to support successful outcomes
• Support KPFF’s mission of creating a perpetual organization built on happy people, happy clients, strong financial outcomes, and great engineering
• Promote compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while fostering a culture of safety

Professional Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum 4 years of structural engineering design experience (project management experience is a plus)
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, RAM Structural System, RISA‑3D, or similar
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC)
• Experience with BIM software such as Revit
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

• Generous PTO & Holiday Pay – supporting your wellbeing and rest, including 2 flexible holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – 2 healthcare options, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), short‑ and long‑term disability, life & ADD insurance
• Paid Family Leave – KPFF provides paid time off to help take care of your loved ones
• Paid Overtime – KPFF pays you for every hour you work and gives you the option to bank your time for later use as vacation or to be paid out once a month
• 401(k) with 3% Contribution – KPFF contributes whether you do or not
• Mentorship & Technical Excellence Programs – Through KPFF’s Forefront Education Program, you’ll receive unparalleled mentorship from seasoned professionals, empowering you to excel in your career from day one. Thrive in a setting that values your development and independence, where your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions make a real impact
• PDH Budget – KPFF offers a bank of both funds and time to help further your education on an annual basis
• Paid Exams, Memberships & Educational Opportunities – We provide reimbursement for the PE and SE exams, an annual membership budget, and also Reporting Center Wide educational opportunities for PDH hours
• PE License Renewal – We pay for PE license renewals for 1 state per year
• Flexible scheduling – core hours of collaboration are 8:30‑4:30 PM
• Paid Parking – KPFF provides parking or reimbursement for public transit for all team members
• A fun, collaborative, and inclusive culture that values people first

Physical and Work Environment

• Work is typically conducted in an office setting, with frequent use of a computer
• Occasional lifting up to 15 lbs

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.