Senior Structural Engineer
Cincinnati, Ohio $100,000 - $130,000 Base + Straight-Time Overtime + Fully Paid Benefits
Are you a licensed Structural Engineer seeking greater autonomy, direct access to leadership, and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects without sacrificing work-life balance?
A well-established structural engineering consultancy is looking to add a Professional Engineer (P.E.) to its growing team. Known for delivering high-quality, economical, and practical structural solutions, the firm has built a strong reputation across commercial, healthcare, multifamily, religious, and luxury residential markets throughout the United States.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- $100,000 - $130,000 base salary
- Straight-time overtime pay for exempt employees
- Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company matching
- Paid continuing education, professional memberships, and licensure support
- Flexible work schedule with limited overtime expectations
- Diverse project portfolio spanning 45 states
- Long-term career growth within a stable, highly respected engineering practice
The Opportunity
This role combines technical engineering, client interaction, project management, and mentorship responsibilities.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Lead structural projects from concept through construction
- Perform structural analysis and design for steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structures
- Sign and seal construction documents
- Conduct existing building assessments and structural investigations
- Support renovation, adaptive reuse, and expansion projects
- Manage client relationships and project schedules
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across the organization
Ideal Background
We're interested in speaking with professionals who possess:
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
- 5+ years of structural engineering experience
- Experience with building design across multiple material types
- Strong technical, communication, and project management skills
- A desire to take ownership of projects and client relationships
- An interest in mentoring and supporting developing engineers
Culture & Environment
This organization has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: deliver outstanding engineering while creating an environment where employees enjoy coming to work.
Engineers benefit from a collaborative, low-ego culture focused on quality, professional growth, and technical excellence. Leadership remains hands-on and accessible, giving employees visibility, mentorship, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on projects and the future direction of the business. The firm prides itself on maintaining a professional yet relaxed work environment where people are trusted to do great work without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Compensation & Benefits
In addition to the competitive base salary, employees receive:
- Straight-time overtime compensation
- Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Professional development support, including licensure fees, continuing education, and industry memberships
If you're a licensed Structural Engineer looking for greater ownership, technical variety, and a firm that genuinely invests in its people, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.
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