Structural Project Engineer — Lead Design (Hybrid)

MSA Professional Services; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

ESOP: Employee ownership

Job summary

MSA Professional Services seeks a Project Engineer – Structural to lead planning and design of building structures serving municipalities and infrastructure clients. Based in IA/IL offices, the role offers autonomy, collaboration, and opportunities for PE/SE advancement.

Ideally licensed in PE (SE a plus) and proficient in Revit and structural analysis software, you will drive projects from concept to construction while managing scope, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or related Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 4+ years of post-graduate experience (8+ with a Master’s degree).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Structural Engineer (SE) preferred or pursuing.
• Expertise in structural engineering principles and building design standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, structural modeling/analysis software, and MS Office.
• Strong financial awareness—understanding scope, budgets, and profitability.
• US work authorization without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute structural design with autonomy and technical judgment.
• Perform and validate engineering calculations and structural analyses.
• Develop detailed construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide field oversight during investigations and construction, resolving complex issues in real time.
• Serve as a client liaison for assigned projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination with civil, environmental, and architectural teams.
• Present technical recommendations at client meetings and agency reviews.
• Oversee scope, schedule, and budget for complex project phases.
• Anticipate risks and proactively guide mitigation strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical and professional growth.
• Contribute to proposals and new client pursuits.
• Support cross-selling and strategic growth initiatives.
• Represent MSA in industry organizations and technical conferences.

Skills

PE license

financial awareness

autonomy in design

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

structural modeling/analysis software

Job description

MSA Professional Services seeks a Project Engineer – Structural to lead planning and design of building structures serving municipalities and infrastructure clients. Based in IA/IL offices, the role offers autonomy, collaboration, and opportunities for PE/SE advancement.

Ideally licensed in PE (SE a plus) and proficient in Revit and structural analysis software, you will drive projects from concept to construction while managing scope, schedule, and budget.