Senior Structural Engineer (Remote)

Red Tree Engineering • Dallas, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

Redtree Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural analysis, design, and engineering development for industrial facilities, power generation projects, energy infrastructure, data centers, and heavy industrial applications. The role is intended for a senior engineer who can work autonomously, own complex structural scopes, and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.

The position remains hands-on, with substantial structural engineering analysis, calculations, and design execution. It also carries responsibility for technical quality, client interaction, and staff development. The successful candidate will contribute to Redtree’s growing structural engineering practice and bring experience designing structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations, and industrial support structures.

The role is 100% remote for U.S.-based employees, with no office or relocation requirement. The engineer will coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and may conduct field investigations, site visits, condition assessments, and construction support as required. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis, or in Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, preferably in industrial, energy, manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, petrochemical, or power generation environments.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated experience performing structural analysis and design, with a track record of taking ownership of projects from concept through completion.
• Strong experience designing structural steel, reinforced concrete structures, foundations, and equipment support systems.
• Experience using structural analysis software such as STAAD Pro, RISA, SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE, RAM, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of applicable design codes, including IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318, and related industry standards.
• Experience reviewing other engineers’ work and providing technical mentorship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact directly with clients.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as a technical leader within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Detail-oriented, technically focused, and committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
• Must be able to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Experience designing machine, turbine, compressor, or generator foundations, or other dynamically loaded structures.
• Experience performing dynamic analysis, vibration analysis, or foundation design for rotating equipment.
• Exposure to transmission line structures, substations, utility infrastructure, or related power delivery systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA and industrial facility safety requirements.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring engineering staff within remote or distributed engineering teams.
• Prior experience helping build or scale a structural engineering practice or group.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design of steel, reinforced concrete, foundation, and support structures for industrial and energy-related facilities, including complex or non-routine scopes.
• Serve as technical lead for structural calculations, design packages, engineering reports, specifications, and construction documents; review and stamp work as appropriate.
• Design structural systems supporting industrial equipment, process facilities, power generation equipment, and related infrastructure.
• Apply and interpret building codes, design standards, and client requirements, and advise project teams on complex code and design interpretation questions.
• Review and approve structural plans, drawings, calculations, and technical reports prepared by junior and mid-level engineers.
• Provide technical mentorship and development to junior and mid-level structural engineers.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, controls, and project management teams throughout project execution, serving as the senior structural point of contact.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, condition assessments, and construction support activities as required.
• Lead equipment foundation design, structural rehabilitation, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Support project scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and engineering estimates, including for larger or more complex pursuits.
• Lead quality reviews, constructability reviews, and technical evaluations across project teams.
• Lead proposal development and technical scope definition for new project opportunities.
• Provide senior-level engineering support during procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning phases.

Benefits

• 100% employer-sponsored benefits.
• 100% remote work for U.S.-based employees, with no relocation or office requirement.
• Direct exposure to the full project lifecycle, from concept through construction and commissioning.
• Opportunity to help build and expand Redtree’s structural engineering practice.
• Opportunity to work with an entrepreneurial engineering team and industry-leading clients on energy, industrial, and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced technical leaders and contribute to high-impact projects across multiple industries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior