Structural Restoration Engineer
Structural Restoration Engineer
Façade and / or Parking Structures
My client is a specialist structural engineering and building consulting firm recognised for its deep expertise in structural design, building rehabilitation, and restoration. With a team of respected engineers, technical consultants, and industry leaders, the firm delivers high-quality solutions across building façade repair, parking structure rehabilitation, historic preservation, structural assessments, waterproofing consulting, and due diligence reviews.
Driven by values of integrity, innovation, collaboration, and enduring quality, this firm is known for consistently going one step further for its clients. Engineers work closely with highly experienced professionals on technically challenging projects that extend the life and performance of existing buildings. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and focused on technical excellence.
This is an excellent opportunity for a restoration-focused engineer who enjoys combining field investigation, practical repair design, client interaction, and construction-phase involvement.
The Role
As a Structural Restoration Engineer, you will lead and support the evaluation, design, and rehabilitation of existing structures, with a particular focus on building façades and/or parking structures. The role offers a balance of hands-on fieldwork, technical analysis, report writing, and direct client engagement, with visibility across the full project lifecycle.
Engineers can shape the role around their strengths and interests while continuing to grow technically and professionally within a respected consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to structural evaluations, condition assessments, and field investigations of existing buildings, façades, and parking structures.
- Develop repair strategies, rehabilitation designs, and construction documents for restoration projects.
- Perform structural analysis and design using reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and wood systems.
- Prepare clear, well-structured technical reports, repair recommendations, and opinions on structural condition and service life.
- Collaborate directly with clients, architects, contractors, and internal team members throughout project delivery.
- Support and participate in construction administration, including site observations, shop drawing reviews, responses to RFIs, and coordination with contractors.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal technical knowledge-sharing where appropriate.
- Work closely with senior leadership on façade repair, waterproofing, parking structure rehabilitation, and broader restoration initiatives.
- Ensure engineering work meets quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Typically 4-15+ years of experience in structural engineering, with demonstrated experience in restoration, rehabilitation, or assessment of existing structures.
- Strong understanding of façade systems, parking structures, building envelopes, and repair methodologies.
- Experience with condition assessments, forensic investigations, or waterproofing consulting is highly advantageous.
- Proficiency with structural analysis and design tools (e.g., RISA, SAP, STAAD, or similar).
- Comfortable working in both field and office environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing experience.
- Interest in long-term technical growth, project leadership, and mentorship.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (up to $135,000 dependent on experience) with 10-20%+ annual bonus.
- Flexible PTO, plus a full paid week off during winter holidays.
- Rotating sabbatical program for full-time employees.
- Medical and dental insurance with high employer contributions.
- Company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Retirement plan with profit sharing.
- Monthly phone reimbursement.
- Personalised learning and development plans to support career progression and leadership growth.
Why Join?
- Work alongside engineers with decades of experience in structural design, forensic engineering, and building restoration.
- Lead and contribute to meaningful rehabilitation projects that extend the life of existing assets.
- Exposure to a diverse range of building types, including commercial, industrial, historic, and complex structures.
- A culture that values integrity, curiosity, craftsmanship, and technical excellence.
- A firm that encourages ownership, professional development, and long-term career growth in the Twin Cities market.
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