Structural Engineer IV

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement contributions match

Job summary

Hargrove and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to design projects of varying sizes and lead small to medium teams in delivering code‑compliant solutions.

You’ll interpret project scope and develop conceptual layouts, performing fieldwork and coordinating with design leaders across disciplines. The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, structural coursework, and a PE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Structural coursework required for structural positions.
• Professional Engineer registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium teams coordinating civil/structural efforts.
• Develop construction specifications and review drawings for conformance.
• Perform fieldwork to gather data and support construction.
• Provide sketches and details for engineering drawings.
• Consult with design leaders across disciplines to ensure information flow.

Skills

IBC & codes

Structural analysis software

CAD: AutoCAD & MicroStation

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Verbal & written communication

Leadership of small to mid teams

Virtual team collaboration

Cross-divisional collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer registration preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

As a Civil/Structural Engineer, you will design projects of varying sizes, collaborating with teams to produce efficient, code‑compliant solutions.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with department design and drafting standards.
• Interpret project scope, specifications, and design criteria.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies.
• Produce estimate‑level preliminary designs and material take‑offs.
• Create detail design calculations and sketches for construction materials.
• Prepare neatly organized calculations for checking by others.
• Design with efficient use of construction materials and ease of construction.
• Check calculations made by other engineers for accuracy and conformance.
• Assist the drafting group in resolving layout and detailing problems.
• Provide sketches and details necessary for engineering drawings.
• Consult with design leaders across disciplines to ensure information flow.
• Advise senior engineer on design or scope changes.
• Assist in developing scope packages for procurement and subcontract pricing.
• Check vendor and discipline drawings for civil/structural input.
• Develop construction specifications.
• Review fabrication drawings and construction submittals for conformance.
• Perform fieldwork to gather data, check tie‑ins, and support construction.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Lead small to medium teams to coordinate civil/structural efforts.
• Develop small work‑sharing packages for interoffice support.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university. Structural coursework required for structural positions.

Registration: Professional Engineer registration preferred.

Experience: 3+ years of industrial experience in civil/structural engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the International Building Code and related standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.).
• Expertise with civil/structural analysis software.
• Understanding of discipline‑specific methods, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to lead a small to medium team.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Virtual team skills and cross‑divisional collaboration.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary, paid time off, comprehensive health insurance, matching retirement contributions.

Locations & Work Flexibility

Primary location: Decatur, AL. Additional office options: TX, LA, GA, SC, PA. Hybrid or interoffice support may be available. Relocation assistance for suitable candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, disability, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug‑free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.