Senior Structural Engineer

About Luckett & Farley

At Luckett & Farley, our firm’s vision is simple and enduring: Together, we bring joy to those we serve by design. Everything we do, how we hire, how we lead, how we deliver design to our clients, is measured against that standard. As a 100% employee-owned firm with roots stretching back to 1853, we operate across five market studios, Civic, Distilled Spirits, Higher Education, Hospitality & Corporate Commercial, and Industrial, from our home in Louisville, Kentucky.

Our hybrid, multi-disciplinary team brings architects, engineers, and designers into daily collaboration from across the country, producing award-winning solutions for clients who trust us to deliver design which supports their most ambitious visions.

As an employee-owner at Luckett & Farley, you don’t just work here. You have a stake in what we create together.

Role Summary

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be a core team member on our most complex projects, bringing hands-on experience across all building types alongside the curiosity, vision, and passion for architecture and engineering design that defines our culture.

You will work closely with project leadership from early concept through construction administration, contributing meaningful design and technical expertise across a diverse portfolio while supporting the broader Structural discipline as needed. The role carries real leadership weight: you will mentor the engineers coming up behind you, shape how work is planned and priced, and represent Luckett & Farley in the markets we serve. Client

Sustainability

Key Responsibilities

Design Excellence & Technical Leadership (Design + Sustainability)

● Independently leads the structural engineering design effort for assigned projects with minimal supervision.

● Prepares preliminary designs and selects appropriate structural systems.

● Troubleshoots analysis problems and resolves complex or novel technical challenges.

● Performs quality control and constructability reviews.

● Takes full ownership of and manages all discipline aspects of projects from conception through completion.

People Development & Collaboration (Employee)

● Mentors and teaches junior-level engineers and designers with patience and professionalism, fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment; provides guidance on design concepts and leads teaching discussions with approachability and respect.

● Collaborates with other Senior Structural Engineers to manage workload distribution and project resources and ensure appropriate staffing of projects.

● Recruits and interviews job candidates in partnership with the Discipline Manager and HR.

● Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence, fostering collaboration and building positive relationships with clients and co-owners.

Project Delivery & Productivity (Productivity + Client)

● Assists the Discipline Manager with developing project plans and budgets, including all staffing and resource needs.

● Assists the Discipline Manager with setting discipline project milestones, deadlines, and profitability targets, and monitors that they are met.

● Completes project closeout requirements, including financial, archiving, marketing, and lessons learned.

● Monitors staffing and resource needs and reports up to the Discipline Manager.

● Actively supports the strategic goals of the firm, departments, and managers, and understands how personal actions contribute to them.

Client Focus & Business Development (Client)

● Assists with developing fee proposals, including preparation of scopes of work, determination of structural fees, coordination of marketing and resume materials, and coordination of contracts.

● Plans and conducts internal and external project meetings as required.

● Monitors scope creep to determine whether additional services are warranted.

● Clearly explains complex concepts to diverse audiences, adapting communication style to suit varying levels of understanding and expertise.

● Presents and articulates ideas with professionalism, tact, and confidence, ensuring a positive representation of themselves and the firm.

● Promotes Luckett & Farley’s services and reputation in local markets by participating in appropriate industry, professional, and community organizations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: BS or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis from an ABET-accredited institution, Required

Experience: 10+ years of experience with progressive increase in responsibility, Required

Licensure: Professional registration as a PE (SE preferred), Required

Software: Excellent working knowledge of and proficiency with building analysis and design software for concrete, steel, and wood, such as RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, SAP2000, ETABS, Woodworks, or similar, Required

Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of Revit, Required

Communication: Excellent communication and organization skills; able to explain complex technical concepts to varied audiences with professionalism and tact, Required

Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead the structural effort on complex projects from concept through construction administration, Required

What We Offer

● Employee stock ownership through Luckett & Farley’s 100% ESOP, you are an owner from day one.

● A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment where great work is recognized and rewarded.

● Flexibility in how and where you work, with a strong culture of trust and accountability.

● Opportunities to grow within a firm that invests in career development at every level.

● Competitive compensation, professional development support, and a commitment to your long-term growth.

● A firm with a 170+ year legacy of design excellence and a clear vision for its future.