Senior Structural Engineer
LVI Associates is partnering with a nationally recognized, employee-owned engineering and design firm in the search for a Principal Structural Engineer.
This is an opportunity to join a highly respected multidisciplinary organization delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging industrial and commercial projects across North America and beyond. The firm has built its reputation on technical excellence, innovation, and collaborative project delivery, bringing together architectural, structural, civil, MEP, process, and automation professionals under one integrated platform.
For experienced structural engineers seeking a leadership role with significant project responsibility, client exposure, mentorship opportunities, and a defined path toward ownership, this position offers an exceptional long-term career opportunity.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Innovation-Driven Culture
This organization is at the forefront of engineering technology adoption, investing heavily in advanced BIM workflows, digital delivery, and AI-enabled tools that improve project execution and efficiency. Engineers are provided with the training, resources, and support needed to leverage emerging technologies as part of their daily work.
Meaningful Project Exposure
You'll contribute to large-scale industrial facilities, manufacturing campuses, mission-critical environments, and complex commercial developments that have a lasting impact on communities and industries worldwide.
Leadership & Career Growth
The company offers clearly defined advancement pathways, allowing senior engineers to expand both their technical and managerial capabilities while influencing project strategy, mentoring future leaders, and driving business growth.
Employee Ownership
As an employee-owned organization, qualified professionals have the opportunity to become shareholders, creating meaningful wealth-building potential in addition to competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
Position Responsibilities
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader, project advisor, and client-facing representative responsible for the successful delivery of complex structural engineering projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead structural design and analysis efforts for complex industrial and commercial developments.
- Apply advanced knowledge of structural engineering principles, building systems, seismic design, foundations, and material behavior.
- Develop innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and design standards.
- Serve as Engineer of Record when licensed and assume responsibility for signed and sealed construction documents.
- Direct multidisciplinary project teams while maintaining budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Coordinate effectively with architecture, civil, MEP, process, and construction stakeholders.
- Review structural calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and designers.
- Manage client relationships, project communications, and strategic planning discussions.
- Identify project risks related to structural performance, constructability, material selection, lateral systems, foundations, and code compliance.
- Support business development initiatives, proposal efforts, and client growth strategies.
- Participate in project meetings, site visits, and occasional travel as required.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Extensive experience delivering structural engineering projects within industrial, manufacturing, commercial, or complex building markets.
- Strong understanding of structural analysis, seismic design, steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation systems.
- Demonstrated project management and team leadership experience.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred
- Structural Engineer (SE) license.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience supporting business development and client growth initiatives.
- Familiarity with advanced structural modeling and analysis software platforms.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 annually
In addition to a highly competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive:
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
- Employee ownership/shareholder eligibility
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Generous PTO program
- Paid holidays
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education support
- Leadership development opportunities
What You'll Gain
- A seat at the table on industry-leading projects.
- Direct access to executive leadership and decision-makers.
- A collaborative environment that values mentorship and technical excellence.
- Career stability through a diverse portfolio of market sectors and project types.
- The ability to help shape the future of structural engineering through innovation, technology, and leadership.
- A clear pathway toward senior leadership and ownership.
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