Senior Structural Engineer (SE)

NW Recruiting Partners•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Join a collaborative engineering team delivering diverse infrastructure and transportation projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Senior Structural Engineer applies technical expertise to develop safe, efficient structural solutions for new and existing facilities. Working alongside professionals in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as architecture, this role contributes throughout the project lifecycle, from initial design and analysis to construction administration. The position also offers opportunities to strengthen client relationships, lead project efforts, and expand technical and management skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Active SE license required; PE license is an added bonus.
At least 5 years of structural design experience with steel, concrete, masonry, and precast systems.
Proficiency in RISA-3D and/or RAM Structural System, plus working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
Strong communication, teamwork, and client coordination skills.
Ability to travel up to 10% for site visits, meetings, and construction observation.

Nice To Haves

Additional state licenses.
Project management experience.
Knowledge of fee proposals and RFPs.
PE license.

Responsibilities

Design structural systems for a variety of building and infrastructure facility projects.
Prepare structural calculations, specifications, construction documents, and cost estimates.
Develop drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit.
Coordinate designs with multidisciplinary teams and participate in model reviews and clash detection.
Conduct site visits, verify existing conditions, and support structural assessments and construction observations.
Lead or support projects through design, client coordination, and construction administration.