Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer IT/Engineering

Location: Greenville, SC – Hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time/ Perm Salary: 130 – 160k

Position Overview: We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the engineering and design execution of custom steel structural projects from concept through fabrication and construction support. This role is well-suited for experienced professionals from structural, civil, or industrial engineering backgrounds who have designed steel structures, heavy industrial systems, or complex load-bearing components. The Senior Design Engineer serves as a technical leader, owning design quality and execution while collaborating closely with fabrication, construction, project management, and sales teams. Prior bridge design experience is beneficial but not required. This position is based in Greenville, SC, with consideration for fully remote candidates who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and design efforts from initial concept and submittal through final approval and fabrication support
• Design steel superstructures and foundations using site data, loading criteria, and sound engineering principles
• Develop, review, and approve design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation
• Apply applicable design standards and codes, including AASHTO, AISC, ASCE, ACI, DOT, ADM, and IBC
• Review and release shop drawings, engineering submittals, and letters of conformance

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between engineering, drafting, fabrication, and construction teams
• Provide technical oversight, guidance, and mentorship to junior and senior engineers and designers
• Partner closely with fabrication teams to ensure designs are efficient, practical, and constructible
• Resolve technical and design-related issues during fabrication and coordination phases

Project Execution & Technical Support

• Manage multiple engineering deliverables across active projects while meeting schedule and quality expectations
• Support project managers to ensure smooth execution from design through construction
• Collaborate with sales and estimating teams during pre-award phases to provide technical input and feasibility guidance
• Assist in explaining design intent, limitations, and solutions to internal stakeholders as needed

Process Improvement & Standards

• Maintain and continuously improve engineering standards, design practices, and workflows
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and cross-functional coordination
• Support the development of scalable engineering processes to accommodate continued organizational growth

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in structural or load-bearing design (steel, industrial, heavy civil, or similar)
• Strong understanding of structural behavior, steel systems, and foundation design
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and producing structural and fabrication drawings
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with small vehicle or pedestrian bridge design
• Familiarity with AASHTO and public-sector or DOT-related projects
• Experience working directly with steel fabrication teams
• Prior experience reviewing and approving the work of junior engineers
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Tekla, Revit, and/or SolidWorks

What Sets This Role Apart

• Engineering-driven organization with a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Highly collaborative culture with close interaction between engineering, fabrication, sales, and project management
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing engineering team, with planned expansion
• Senior engineers focus on technical leadership, design review, and mentorship, while junior engineers support design execution
• Projects include custom steel structures, with a significant portion involving bridge-related work, including high-visibility projects with substantial budgets