Senior Structural Engineer

DLR Group•Las Vegas, NV

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the design of building structural systems across sectors including K-12, higher education, justice and civic, cultural and performing arts, and mixed use. The role leads junior staff in producing construction documents using Revit, manages project schedules and deliverables, and collaborates with other disciplines as part of an integrated design team. The engineer will work with the regional discipline leader on work plans, project schedules, budgets, and proposals for internal teams and external clients. The position also contributes to the operations, execution, and expectations of the Structural Engineering Discipline in California, and supports business development through proposal work, project interviews, and participation in community or industry organizations. The role can be based in Phoenix, Arizona; Denver, Colorado; or Las Vegas, Nevada. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with flexibility to work outside the office on Fridays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
At least 7 years of building-related structural engineering experience, including design of concrete, masonry, steel, and wood/timber, and gravity and lateral systems.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Prior experience leading teams of engineers on projects.
Working knowledge of structural software such as ETABS, SAP, SAFE, RAM, ADAPT, RISA, and Enercalc.
Experience with BIM, including Autodesk Revit workflow.
Goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and attention to detail.
Understanding of commercial building materials, systems, and assemblies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Passion for sustainable building design and SE2050 commitment.
Experience directing and coordinating project activities of junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead structural system design for buildings across a variety of sectors, from concept through construction.
Develop system layouts, narratives, calculations, and engineering reports.
Lead and mentor junior staff, including directing and coordinating their project activities.
Produce high-quality construction documents using Revit.
Manage project schedules and deliverables.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, clients, and other disciplines to develop integrated building designs.
Adapt to variations in building codes and construction practices across projects in the United States.
Review shop drawings and RFIs and participate in O/A/C meetings to assist contractors.
Promote workflow and technical standards best practices across the multi-office practice.
Contribute to managing the operations, execution, and expectations of the Structural Engineering Discipline in California.
Assist with RFPs, participate in project interviews, and engage with community and industry organizations to support business development and the DLR Group brand.
Assist the regional discipline leader in developing work plans, project schedules, budgets, and proposals.