Senior Structural Engineer
Senior Structural Engineer - Nashville, TN (Growing MultiâOffice Consulting Firm)
Who They Are
Our client is a wellâestablished and rapidly growing structural engineering consulting firm with more than six decades of industry success. Known as one of the top firms to work for in their region, they operate multiple offices across the Southeast and Texas and continue to expand their footprint.
Their project portfolio ranges from small-scale site inspections to full structural design packages for new facilities. They support every stage of development, including feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. With a network of 10+ offices and a strong, collaborative culture, they offer an energized environment and enhanced capabilities for an everâgrowing client base.
What You Will Do
An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior Structural Engineer to join the team in Nashville, TN. This senior-level role leads and mentors a team responsible for the structural design and analysis of building projects across multiple industries, including:
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Data centers
- Commercial
- Historical and adaptive reuse
- Renovations
The Senior Engineer serves as both a technical expert and a mentor for junior and midâlevel engineers. Growth pathways for this role may progress toward either a technical specialist track or a leadership/management track.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend project meetings with clients, architects, and contractors; maintain strong client interaction.
- Oversee design calculations, construction documents, shop drawing reviews, submittals, site reviews, and RFIs.
- Coordinate crossâdiscipline information to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and internal quality standards.
- Perform QA/QC reviews.
- Mentor, train, and support the development of engineering team members, including responsibility for professional growth and career development.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's preferred.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Structural Engineer (SE).
- 8+ years of experience in structural engineering focused on building design.
- Prior people management experience is a plus.
- Experience with industry software such as Tekla Structural Designer (TSD), ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM, RISA, EnerCalc, Adapt, and Microsoft/Bentley tools.
- Project management capabilities required.
- Proficiency with various structural materials and systems, including steel, concrete, and masonry for lowâ to midârise structures.
- Working knowledge of Revit preferred.
- Clientâfacing experience is advantageous.
Skills & Competencies
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fastâpaced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Leadership ability with experience mentoring junior engineers.
- Selfâmotivated with the ability to work independently and within a team.
- Ownership mindset and high level of accountability.
What They Offer
The organization is deeply committed to employee development, work/life balance, and a supportive culture where individuals can thrive. They invest in continuous learning, including structured career development planning and monthly internal training sessions led by senior technical specialists.
Benefits include:
- Salary ranging from $110,000-$150,000 (flexible depending on direct experience)
- Companyâpaid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Shortâ and longâterm disability, life, and AD&D insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Monthly wellness allowance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible schedules, including summer hours
- Company retreats
If you're seeking a long-term career opportunity with a thriving, employeeâfocused engineering firm, this role offers the chance to contribute, grow, and be part of a uniquely supportive culture.
Apply directly or reach out to Amy Major on LinkedIn for more information.
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