Structural Discipline Lead

Freese and Nichols • Austin, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is continuing to grow its structural practice in Texas and is seeking a Structural Discipline Lead in Austin to help advance technical excellence, develop people, and support the delivery of complex, high-impact projects. This role offers an opportunity for a strong technical leader who wants to shape a discipline, mentor engineers, and play a key role in project success across a wide range of structural applications, including water infrastructure, commercial, and industrial facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE)
• 6+ years of structural design experience
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Structural Engineer (SE) license
• Project management experience
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design for a variety of projects.
• Prepare and review technical reports, plans, and specifications.
• Ensure quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Provide guidance on complex design challenges.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Support knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Build strong relationships with project teams and clients.
• Understand project needs and deliver tailored, high-quality solutions.
• Contribute to a culture of exceptional client service.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid overtime for salaried employees
• Annual bonus
• Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina

What This Job Offers

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