Structural Engineer — Help Shape Communities While Growing Your Career with KPFF

KPFF Consulting Engineers•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an adaptive and thoughtful Structural Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join our growing Indianapolis team. This role offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career close to home while contributing to innovative structural engineering projects across the country. Whether you are looking to return to Indianapolis, stay connected to the community you care about, or expand your career opportunities without leaving your hometown, KPFF offers the project diversity and reach of a national firm with the mentorship, support, and connection of a local team. In this role, you will contribute to structural engineering projects from concept through construction while continuing to grow as a licensed professional. You will work with experienced engineers, BIM professionals, and clients, with mentorship and career support from KPFF’s engineering team. You will take on meaningful project responsibilities, strengthen your technical and leadership skills, and contribute to impactful work locally and nationwide.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Minimum 4 years of structural engineering design experience
Proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, RAM Structural System, RISA‑3D, or similar
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC)
Experience with BIM software such as Revit
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Nice To Haves

project management experience is a plus
Master’s preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of structural engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building types and materials
Collaborate with clients to understand project goals and maintain clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle
Participate in feasibility studies, site investigations, and structural assessments, as needed
Prepare, review, and coordinate engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports in accordance with applicable building codes
Monitor project progress, identify risks or challenges, and implement mitigation strategies to support successful outcomes
Support KPFF’s mission of creating a perpetual organization built on happy people, happy clients, strong financial outcomes, and great engineering
Promote compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while fostering a culture of safety

Benefits

Generous PTO & Holiday Pay – supporting your wellbeing and rest, including 2 flexible holidays.
Comprehensive Benefits – 2 healthcare options, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), short- and long-term disability, life & ADD insurance
Paid Family Leave: KPFF provides paid time off to help take care of your loved ones.
Paid Overtime - KPFF pays you for every hour you work and gives you the option to “bank” your time for later use as vacation or to be paid out once a month
401(k) with 3% Contribution – KPFF contributes whether you do or not!
Mentorship & Technical Excellence Programs – Through KPFF’s Forefront Education Program, you’ll receive unparalleled mentorship from seasoned professionals, empowering you to excel in your career from day one. Thrive in a setting that values your development and independence, where your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions make a real impact.
PDH Budget – KPFF offers a bank of both funds and time to help further your education on an annual basis.
Paid Exams, Memberships & Educational Opportunities – To help better support our team members, we provide reimbursement for the PE and SE exams, an annual membership budget, and also Reporting Center Wide educational opportunities for PDH hours
PE License Renewal – We pay for PE license renewals for 1 state/year
Flexible scheduling - core hours of collaboration are 8:30-4:30 PM
Paid Parking – KPFF provides parking or reimbursement for public transit for all team members
A fun, collaborative, and inclusive culture that values people first.