Structural Engineer (PE or SE) - Buildings

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and VIS

Generous PTO packages

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Structural Engineer to join its Philadelphia team, leading design and documentation for complex building projects. The role emphasizes hands-on technical involvement, mentorship, and ownership from concept through construction administration.

A licensed PE/SE is preferred, with 5+ years of experience in building structures, and the position offers a hybrid schedule after initial training, with 3 days in office and 2 days remote.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer (SE) preferred.
• Experience designing complex building structures for commercial or institutional projects.
• Strong knowledge of local and national building codes and structural design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design and documentation for complex building projects.
• Develop conceptual designs and evaluate appropriate structural systems.
• Coordinate structural systems with architectural, mechanical, and other disciplines.
• Mentor and review the work of junior engineers and staff.
• Ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and technical standards.

Skills

PE or SE license

5+ years

Building structures

Leadership

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Structural analysis software

Job description

Job details:

Established A&E Firm Seeks Senior Structural Engineer for Complex Building Projects

Jobot Job is hosted by: Kal Mayer

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are an established, nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm delivering complex, high-profile projects across healthcare, higher education, science & technology, life sciences, sports, and other institutional markets. Our multidisciplinary approach brings architects and engineers together under one roof, creating a highly collaborative environment where structural engineers have a meaningful role throughout the entire project lifecycle.

With a diverse portfolio of technically challenging building projects and a strong commitment to design quality, professional development, and collaboration, we offer experienced engineers the opportunity to take ownership of their work while helping develop the next generation of engineering talent.

Why join us:

• Hybrid schedule after initial training – 3 days in office / 2 days remote
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO packages
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Supplemental insurance options
• Work on sophisticated projects across healthcare, higher education, science & technology, life sciences, sports, and other institutional markets
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with direct exposure to architects, engineers, clients, and contractors
• Opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior engineers while remaining hands‑on technically

Job Details:

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Philadelphia team. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed PE who enjoys remaining technically involved while taking ownership of projects and mentoring junior engineers.

The Structural Engineer will lead the structural engineering design and documentation of complex building projects from conceptual design through construction administration. You will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, clients, and contractors while helping ensure projects are delivered to a high technical standard, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Lead structural engineering design and documentation for complex building projects
• Develop conceptual designs and evaluate appropriate structural systems
• Establish structural design criteria and perform applicable building code research
• Develop and manage structural work plans, schedules, and project deliverables
• Perform and oversee structural analysis and design
• Coordinate structural systems with architectural, mechanical, electrical, and other project disciplines
• Lead and participate in project review and coordination meetings
• Manage, mentor, and review the work of junior engineers and technical staff
• Monitor project progress, engineering budgets, schedules, and construction cost considerations
• Identify technical or project delivery issues and develop appropriate solutions
• Maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders
• Perform site visits and provide structural engineering support throughout construction
• Participate in construction administration and respond to field‑related structural issues
• Maintain current knowledge of structural engineering codes, standards, technology, and design practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural concentration, Architectural Engineering, or a related structural engineering discipline
• Active PE or SE license required
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience
• Strong experience designing building structures
• Experience with complex commercial or institutional projects such as healthcare, hospitals, higher education, laboratories, life sciences/pharmaceutical, or sports facilities strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of local and national building codes and structural design standards
• Proficiency with structural analysis and engineering software
• Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and project leadership skills
• Ability to mentor junior engineers while remaining actively involved in engineering design

Candidates whose experience has been primarily limited to residential construction, transportation infrastructure, bridges, or civil/site engineering are unlikely to align with the project portfolio for this position.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.