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