Structural Project Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity Participation / Ownership Opportunity

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, an engineering firm in Nashville, TN, is seeking a licensed Project Engineer. The role involves managing structural engineering projects, leading design efforts, and ensuring technical accuracy throughout the project's lifecycle. Candidates must have a PE license and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

This position offers competitive compensation, equity participation, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and flexible PTO. Join a team focused on impactful and sustainable projects.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a project manager for engineering projects.
• Lead structural analysis and design.
• Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Structural engineering

Team leadership

Effective communication

Design software (Revit, STAAD)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

At Ross Bryan Associates, A Salas O’Brien Company, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career – and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We are licensed in 49 states and specialize in designing commercial and institutional structures—including office buildings, education facilities, hospitals, convention centers, and specialty structures. We are seeking a licensed project engineer who brings strong technical expertise, proven project management experience, and the ability to lead project teams while collaborating closely with clients and design partners.

General Duties

• Serve as a project manager for engineering projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• Lead structural analysis and design using a wide range of materials including wood, mass timber, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, structural steel, and masonry.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and staffing in coordination with firm leadership.
• Act as Primary point of contact and coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, and contractors throughout all phases of design and construction.
• Oversee and review calculations, drawings, and specifications for technical accuracy and quality.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to mid-level engineers.
• Participate in construction administration services, including site visits, RFIs, submittal reviews, and field observations.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Degree: Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred), with an emphasis on structural engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive structural engineering experience, including demonstrated project management responsibility.
• Ability to lead project teams, mentor staff, and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and project stakeholders.
• Strong ability to manage priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Detailed understanding of design software packages like Revit and STAAD.

Employee Benefits

• Exposure to a variety of structural design projects across different use-types and materials.
• Equity Participation / Ownership Opportunity
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance packages
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO
• Professional development support

Location

Nashville, TN

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.