Structures Engineer

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability Insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Competitive paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA) in Plano, TX is seeking a Structural Engineer to perform structural analysis, design, and detailing for bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation structures.

You will work under senior engineers and mentor junior staff to ensure quality across all design phases. The role requires a solid understanding of AASHTO codes and TXDOT design standards, strong communication and technical writing, and the ability to manage multiple projects across Texas.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering; master’s degree preferred.
• PE license is required.
• Strong knowledge of DOT design standards and project workflows.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, construction plans, and technical reports.
• Produce plans for transportation projects from preliminary to final design.
• Review shop drawings, perform field inspections, and resolve design issues.
• Work with a team of engineers on projects across Texas.
• Understand AASHTO codes and structural analysis software.

Skills

Structural analysis

Design & detailing

TXDOT standards

Leadership potential

Open Bridge Modeler

MicroStation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Open Bridge Modeler

MicroStation

Job description

Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA) has an opening in our Plano, TX office for a Structural Engineer. As a Structures Engineer, you will be responsible for performing structural analysis, design, and detailing for bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures. You’ll work under the guidance of senior structural engineers while also mentoring junior staff, ensuring quality and accuracy across all phases of design.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing design calculations, construction plans, and technical reports while coordinating with roadway, geotechnical, and hydraulic disciplines
• Designing and producing plans for transportation-related projects from preliminary to final design including specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and final bid packages, and coordinating with the design team to ensure project completion within defined schedule, budget, and quality
• Assist in reviewing shop drawings, performing field inspections, and resolving design issues during construction
• Work at this level requires the candidate to be a proactive, self-starter that is willing to work with a team of engineers on projects throughout the State of Texas
• This role requires a solid understanding of applicable AASHTO codes and structural analysis software, with increasing responsibility for project components and quality control

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, master’s degree preferred
• PE license required
• Strong understanding of DOT design standards and project workflows
• Effective communication and technical writing skills
• A self-starter with a team-oriented mindset and leadership potential

Skills:

• Competent knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues
• Knowledge of structural design principles for steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete for both superstructure and substructure components
• Knowledge of TXDOT design standards, TXDOT plans preparation procedures, and geometric understanding
• Familiarity with practices and procedures for structural detailing
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Experience in using structural analysis and design software – Open Bridge Modeler experience is a plus
• Experience with MicroStation
• Ability to write, speak, and communicate clearly

Top Reasons Why You Want to Work for KCA

• KCA is a 50-year-old industry leader with 400+ employees in 12 design offices in 4 states
• Voted Best Places to Work and a Top Family Friendly Workplace
• Career development and advancement potential
• Great benefits package – medical, dental, life, disability, and 401(k) matching
• Terrific company culture that values well-being, rewards hard work and supports a balanced approach to life and work.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching, Retirement Plan
• Health insurance, Health savings account, Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Vision insurance
• Disability Insurance, Life insurance, Employee assistance program
• Competitive paid time off, Parental leave
• Referral program

About KCA

KCA is a minority-owned multidisciplinary engineering firm that has served the transportation industry for 50 years. KCA has steadily transformed from a three-person firm into an organization consistently listed on Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Engineering Firms nationwide. Our firm has more than 400+ employees. We offer the stability and opportunities of a large firm, but when you join us you are not just a number, you are part of the family.

When you join Kisinger Campo & Associates (KCA) you will be working with talented, energetic people that enjoy what they do and have fun doing it. We work on a variety of transportation projects for state and local government clients in Florida and the Southeast including state DOTs, tolling authorities, counties, and cities. We are proud to have won local, state, and national awards for our innovation and problem solving.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.