Structural Engineer

Associate Structural Engineer

• Location: New York, NY (Lower Manhattan, hybrid)
• Employment type: Direct hire, full time
• Experience: 10+ years
• Visa sponsorship: Not available
• Relocation assistance: Not available

About the company

Our client is a globally recognized engineering consultancy known for delivering exceptional, high-profile projects across a wide range of building types. Their New York structures team is growing and looking for an established structural engineer who wants to lead projects, mentor staff, and play a visible role in the firm's regional growth.

The opportunity

This is a senior technical leadership role with a strong client-facing and construction-phase focus. You will guide project delivery, mentor engineers and drafters, and represent the firm on site for a large-scale construction project in New York City.

What you'll do

• Lead the analysis and design of structural systems for a wide range of building types in accordance with applicable building codes
• Represent the firm on site for a large-scale New York City construction project, including site observations, site meetings, and responding directly to contractor queries in the field
• Represent the firm at internal and external design team meetings, providing project leadership and building lasting client relationships
• Manage and mentor engineering and drafting staff while overseeing the preparation of contract documents, including drawings and specifications
• Participate in project technical and quality reviews
• Set a strong example of client care and consultancy for the regional team
• Help grow the team's reputation through participation in local industry groups and events
• Contribute to business development and winning new work

What you'll bring

• 10+ years of experience leading structural engineering projects or teams across a variety of sectors
• Experience leading structural projects through the construction phase
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) license
• Master's degree in structural or civil engineering (strongly preferred)
• Proven track record of client relationship management and project delivery
• Experience formally managing and developing engineering or drafting staff
• Ability to build cooperation with senior management, clients, and staff across the company
• A confident, proactive approach and a genuine interest in winning new work
• Candidates who don't meet every requirement are still encouraged to apply.

What's offered

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid working and summer hours
• Reimbursement for professional license renewals and exam fees
• Access to a global network of experts and extensive learning and development opportunities