Senior Structural Engineer (Buildings)

Structural Project Engineer -

Mission Critical ProjectsLocation:

Dallas, TX Company:

Confidential - Leading Mission Critical Structural Engineering FirmA nationally recognized structural engineering firm with a growing international mission critical presence is seeking a Structural Project Engineer. With offices internationally, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, resilient, and technically sophisticated engineering solutions across commercial, institutional, aviation, healthcare, and critical‑infrastructure sectors.

As demand for digital infrastructure accelerates, the firm is expanding its Mission Critical group to support the design of high‑performance facilities including data centers.

Why Mission Critical?

Advanced Technical Challenges Work on buildings that push beyond typical design, including:

• Heavy equipment loads
• High‑performance lateral/vibration systems
• Enhanced reliability requirements
• Fast-paced design cyclesAccelerated Career Growth Mission Critical moves fast-meaning:
• Quicker full project-cycle experience
• More ownership of design packages
• Early leadership opportunitiesHigh-Profile Client Exposure Collaborate directly with major tech companies, national contractors, and experienced owner's reps-building credibility and strong networks.

Stable, Recession‑Resistant Sector Digital infrastructure keeps growing regardless of market conditions, creating steady workload and long-term security.

Cross-Discipline Integration & Hands-On Work Work closely with MEP teams, commissioning specialists, and contractors-plus frequent site interaction and real-time problem solving.

Meaningful Impact Your work supports the digital systems the world relies on every day.

Position SummaryThe Structural Project Engineer will contribute to the design and documentation of complex medium- to large-scale Mission Critical building structures. This role includes technical leadership, coordination with project managers and senior leadership, design oversight, and opportunities for client interaction.

Key ResponsibilitiesTechnicalPerform work under the direction of the licensed professional engineer of recordManage other design professionals as assignedConduct structural analysis and designDevelop structural detailing with guidance from senior engineersOversee technical quality for assigned tasks and projectsAssist in selecting materials and structural systemsCoordinate structural design with other disciplinesProduce documentation and calculations on schedule and within budgetSupport construction administration (RFIs, submittals, site visits, reports)Conduct peer reviews and contribute to internal process improvementsManage multiple Mission Critical projects simultaneouslySupervisoryAssist in developing work plans and budgetsHelp manage team workloadsSupport and lead design working sessionsProvide direction to junior team membersContribute to performance feedback and staff developmentClient LiaisonAttend client and consultant meetingsDocument meeting outcomes and action itemsBusiness DevelopmentBuild relationships with external partnersAttend relevant industry and networking eventsSupport proposal and interview efforts for Mission Critical pursuitsQualificationsEducationBS in Civil or Architectural Engineering (structural emphasis required)MS in Structural Engineering preferredMinimum of 4 years of structural engineering experienceEIT Required/ PE PreferredSE license preferredSkillsStrong knowledge of building codesEffective communication and interpersonal skillsCollaborative mindset with strong problem‑solving abilityWhy Join This Firm?

Two annual bonusesDirect dentorship and training from international leaders in mission critical structural engineering. Dental, vision, STD, and LTD covered at no costOpportunities for rapid growth within a high‑demand practiceWork on some of the most technically challenging and strategically important buildings in the industry