Structural Engineer (PE)

RE/SPEC Inc. • Morgantown, WV

4d • $115,000 - $121,000

About The Position

RESPEC is seeking an experienced, professionally registered Structural Engineer to join its growing Structural team in Denver, Colorado; Rapid City, Brookings, or Sioux Falls, South Dakota; or Morgantown or Charles Town, West Virginia. The role supports projects nationwide, including hospitals, schools, and high-profile commercial buildings. Structural engineers collaborate across RESPEC offices and work with clients, architects, and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers.

The engineer will apply structural analysis and design experience to new construction, investigations, rehabilitation, and renovation projects. Key work includes interpreting building codes and standards, preparing structural plans and details, and conducting construction observations while applying technical expertise to meet stakeholder expectations. Salary depends on experience and expertise; the typical range is $115,000 to $121,000. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, and employees may participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan after a qualifying period.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an accredited institution, with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineering registration.
• At least 8–10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience designing steel, wood, concrete, and precast/prestressed concrete structures.
• Knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Experience with RISA, STAAD, SAP, or similar structural analysis software.
• Experience preparing plans, specifications, and design calculations.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; must be able to operate a company or personal vehicle for business-related travel during work hours.
• Ability to work collaboratively, take on new tasks, and meet deadlines; strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; detail orientation and organization; and interest in continued learning and technical development.

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

• Support new construction, structural investigation, rehabilitation, and renovation projects.
• Collaborate with architects and civil, mechanical, electrical, and other 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 during work hours for business-related travel.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), with eligibility after a qualifying period and company match.
• 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