Structural Engineer (PE)

RESPEC • Denver, CO

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About The Position

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer (PE) to join its growing engineering team. The role may be based in Denver, Colorado; Rapid City, Brookings, or Sioux Falls, South Dakota; or Morgantown or Charleston, West Virginia. The engineer will work on projects that include hospitals, schools, and prominent commercial buildings across the nation, collaborating with structural engineers across multiple offices and with architects and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers.

The position involves structural analysis and design for new construction, structural investigations, and rehabilitation or renovation projects. The engineer will interpret building codes and standards, prepare structural plans and details, and conduct construction observations while applying technical expertise to meet stakeholder expectations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an accredited institution, with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Experience designing steel, wood, concrete, and precast/prestressed concrete structures.
• Knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• At least 8–10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience with RISA, STAAD, SAP, or similar structural analysis software.
• Experience preparing plans, specifications, and design calculations.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and able to take on new tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented and well organized, with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn and advance technical skills and understanding.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; ability to operate a company or personal vehicle for business-related travel.

Nice To Haves

• Structural Engineering (SE) license.
• Revit experience.
• Experience reviewing structural construction.
• Experience in community and/or volunteer organizations demonstrating a connection to the community.
• Interest in continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for new construction, investigations, rehabilitations, and renovations.
• Collaborate with structural colleagues across offices and with architects and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers.
• Interpret building codes and standards.
• Prepare structural plans, details, specifications, and design calculations.
• Conduct construction observations and support review of structural construction.
• Apply technical knowledge to meet stakeholder expectations.
• Operate a company or personal vehicle for business-related travel during work hours.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), with company match up to 4%.
• Professional development and training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Comprehensive fringe-benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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