Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer / Project Coordinator

Location: Toledo, OH, Cincinnati, OH, or Dayton, OH
Job Summary

Fishbeck is seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join our growing Structural team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of building, infrastructure, and specialty structural projects for municipal, educational, industrial, and commercial clients.

The ideal candidate will contribute to structural engineering design. In addition to performing engineering tasks, this position may include communication with project stakeholders, coordination of project deliverables, and occasional field investigations. Technical excellence, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to producing well-coordinated design documents are essential for success in this role.
Primary Functions

• Plan, analyze, and design structural systems for buildings and other structures using materials such as structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, prestressed concrete, and wood/timber systems.
• Collaborate with Structural department staff to conceptualize economical structural systems suited to a variety of project types.
• Prepare structural calculations, design drawings, and specifications consistent with applicable building codes and standards.
• Communicate with external clients and internal teams regarding project scope, schedule, and expectations for deliverables.
• Provide project coordination support including assisting with project schedules, deliverable tracking, and team communication.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across Fishbeck offices.
• Assist in preparing project proposals, scope documents, and fee estimates with technical staff and potential teaming partners.

Field and Site Support

Occasional fieldwork may be required, including visiting project sites or potential project sites to review existing structural conditions and document findings in report format. This may include performing site observations during construction or assisting with structural assessments.
Desired Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a structural emphasis.
Desired Skills/Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• Approximately 8-12 years of structural engineering consulting experience.
• Experience designing structures using applicable codes including IBC, ASCE 7, AISC 360, and ACI 318.
• Familiarity with structural modeling in a BIM environment (preferably Revit).
• Experience using analytical/design software such as RISA, RAM, or Tedds.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting both technical and coordination responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness reimbursement and activities.
• Tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development support.
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
• 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we are 100% employee-owned!).
• And more!

Minimum Physical Requirements

Mobility to work in both office and field settings, including sitting, walking, and light lifting. Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment. Must be able to travel to project sites and navigate active construction areas when performing site visits. Fieldwork may require climbing ladders, accessing structures at height, or working in confined or low-light spaces. Visual acuity necessary to perform engineering and documentation responsibilities. Accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals.

About Fishbeck

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach. Our hands-on, design-oriented practice allows us to take projects from concept to completion with technical expertise and creativity. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we are personally invested in our projects, our clients, and each other.

Fishbeck is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, di