Structural Engineer - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure

Position Overview Hawkins-Weir (HW) is seeking a Structural Engineer to support the design of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Arkansas. This role involves hands-on structural design responsibility, multidisciplinary collaboration, flexible work options, and long-term career growth within a highly technical Water Design Center. As a member of HW, the Structural Engineer will assist in the development of structural designs supporting a variety of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Responsibilities will primarily focus on structural design for new water and wastewater treatment facilities, as well as improvements and expansions to existing infrastructure. The Structural Engineer must possess a strong foundation in structural engineering principles, including reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry design. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, be self-motivated, thrive in collaborative environments, and possess effective written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook is required. Familiarity with finite element modeling using plate and frame elements is also expected. Key Responsibilities Qualified candidates must demonstrate the ability to: Provide technically sound support across all aspects of structural engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, process, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & controls (I&C) engineers, along with BIM technicians, in the development of construction plans and specifications for water and wastewater facilities. Contribute to and manage multiple projects concurrently. Assist in the preparation of project budgets, scopes of work, level-of-effort estimates, and project schedules. Maintain accountability for time management and quality of deliverables. Support the preparation and implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures. Participate in internal coordination meetings, client workshops, and project reviews. Some travel may be required to support field investigations, site assessments, and construction-phase services. Why This Role Work on complex water and wastewater treatment facility designs High level of design responsibility (not just production support) Multidisciplinary collaboration with in-house technical teams Exposure to both design and construction-phase engineering Flexible work environment across Arkansas offices HW offers true ownership opportunities (not ESOP) to deserving candidates Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program 5-10 years of experience in structural design engineering Working knowledge of structural design involving reinforced concrete, masonry, and structural steel Professional Engineer (PE) license in Arkansas or ability to obtain Arkansas PE registration through reciprocity Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering Familiarity with structural challenges associated with water and wastewater treatment equipment Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams including process, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & controls disciplines Experience with coatings design and construction phase services for reinforced concrete and structural steel Experience operating RISA structural design software or equivalent structural analysis and design software

Compensation & Benefits Salary Range:

$95,000

• $135,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and licensure Annual performance bonus, with bonus amount based on individual and company performance Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plans; paid time off; professional development support; and flexible work options

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$95,000.00

• $135,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person Structural Engineer

• Water/Wastewater Infrastructure 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Arkansas $95,000
• $135,000 a year
• Full-time Hawkins-Weir Engineers, Inc. 4 reviews $95,000
• $135,000 a year
• Full-time Position Overview Hawkins-Weir (HW) is seeking a Structural Engineer to support the design of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Arkansas.

This role involves hands-on structural design responsibility, multidisciplinary collaboration, flexible work options, and long-term career growth within a highly technical Water Design Center. As a member of HW, the Structural Engineer will assist in the development of structural designs supporting a variety of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Responsibilities will primarily focus on structural design for new water and wastewater treatment facilities, as well as improvements and expansions to existing infrastructure. The Structural Engineer must possess a strong foundation in structural engineering principles, including reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry design. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, be self-motivated, thrive in collaborative environments, and possess effective written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook is required. Familiarity with finite element modeling using plate and frame elements is also expected. Key Responsibilities Qualified candidates must demonstrate the ability to: Provide technically sound support across all aspects of structural engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, process, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & controls (I&C) engineers, along with BIM technicians, in the development of construction plans and specifications for water and wastewater facilities. Contribute to and manage multiple projects concurrently. Assist in the preparation of project budgets, scopes of work, level-of-effort estimates, and project schedules. Maintain accountability for time management and quality of deliverables. Support the preparation and implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures. Participate in internal coordination meetings, client workshops, and project reviews. Some travel may be required to support field investigations, site assessments, and construction-phase services. Why This Role Work on complex water and wastewater treatment facility designs High level of design responsibility (not just production support) Multidisciplinary collaboration with in-house technical teams Exposure to both design and construction-phase engineering Flexible work environment across Arkansas offices HW offers true ownership opportunities (not ESOP) to deserving candidates Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program 5-10 years of experience in structural design engineering Working knowledge of structural design involving reinforced concrete, masonry, and structural steel Professional Engineer (PE) license in Arkansas or ability to obtain Arkansas PE registration through reciprocity Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering Familiarity with structural challenges associated with water and wastewater treatment equipment Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams including process, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & controls disciplines Experience with coatings design and construction phase services for reinforced concrete and structural steel Experience operating RISA structural design software or equivalent structural analysis and design software

Compensation & Benefits Salary Range:

$95,000

• $135,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and licensure Annual performance bonus, with bonus amount based on individual and company performance Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plans; paid time off; professional development support; and flexible work options

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$95,000.00

• $135,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person