Structural Project Engineer

Structural Project Engineer Opportunity

Join Hixson Architecture Engineering & Interiors, a nationally recognized design firm known for its collaborative culture and award-winning projects. We're seeking a Structural Project Engineer with experience in designing structural systems for large industrial and warehouse facilities. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and project managers working on complex projects up to $500 million for leading brands in the food and beverage industry. This key role combines technical expertise, problem-solving, and mentorship within a values-driven environment that prioritizes teamwork and professional growth.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Civil, Structural, Environmental Health & Safety Engineering, the Project Engineer will:

• Contribute to the structural engineering portion of major projects across industrial, commercial, science + technology, and workplace sectors
• Collaborate on all structural engineering deliverables including data collection, design, specifications, contract documents, shop drawing review, and construction coordination
• Coordinate proactively with multi-discipline design teams to achieve innovative, buildable solutions
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource for junior engineers

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis) required
• 5+ years of structural design experience required
• Proficient in the design of structural steel, concrete, masonry, cold-formed metal framing, wood framing, and foundation systems
• Understanding and knowledge of structural requirements for precast and tilt-up concrete projects
• Demonstrated proficiency in producing structural construction documents within the Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and BIM environment using Revit
• Proficiency in structural analysis software, such as: RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, Tekla TEDDS, Tekla Structural Designer, RISA, CFS, Anchor Designer (Strong-Tie), Hilti Profis, Ideastatica, Excel/VBA

Why Hixson

Located at the base of historic Mt. Adams in Cincinnati, Ohio, Hixson has been shaping exceptional spaces since 1948. We're consistently recognized among the top architecture and engineering firms in the U.S. Our culture is different by design—we manage by values, not by business objectives—and believe that by taking care of our associates, success follows. You'll find a company that encourages professional development, community involvement, and work-life balance making it a Great Place to Work.

Compensation & Benefits

• $0 monthly premium health insurance
• Paid parental leave and generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match + profit sharing
• End of year bonus plan
• Remote work flexibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site fitness center, free parking and more