Senior Structural Engineer, PE

The Opportunity: 

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer, PE to join our team anywhere in the United States. 

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced structural engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, leading technical design efforts, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on diverse infrastructure and facilities projects.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead structural engineering design efforts for complex facilities and infrastructure projects, from conceptual development through final design and construction.
• Perform and oversee structural analysis, modeling, and design of steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, aluminum, and cold-formed steel structures.
• Develop, review, and approve structural calculations, design drawings, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
• Serve as a senior technical resource, providing engineering guidance and solutions to complex structural design challenges.
• Lead structural engineering teams and coordinate design activities with architects, civil, mechanical, electrical, and other engineering disciplines.
• Apply applicable building codes, industry standards, and design criteria, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, and Federal Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), as applicable.
• Utilize structural analysis and design software, including RISA 3D and other industry-standard tools, to develop and validate structural solutions.
• Coordinate structural modeling and drawing development using Revit and other design technologies.
• Conduct structural assessments, forensic investigations, and evaluations of existing structures, including preparation of technical findings and recommendations.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control through independent design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and constructability evaluations.
• Interface directly with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to address technical requirements, design challenges, and construction-related issues.
• Support project planning, scope development, technical proposals, and engineering fee estimates.
• Participate in construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, performing site observations, and evaluating field conditions.

• Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing guidance on structural analysis, design methodologies, engineering standards, and professional development.

   

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive structural engineering experience, preferably within an engineering consulting environment.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to obtain licensure in Kentucky if not already licensed.
• Demonstrated experience independently leading structural design efforts for complex buildings, facilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical background in the analysis and design of structural steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry structures.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software, preferably RISA 3D or comparable platforms.
• Experience developing and reviewing structural calculations, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable structural design codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and resolving complex technical design challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance and review the work of junior engineers and designers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience working directly with clients and project stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Revit and structural BIM coordination, or willingness to develop proficiency.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license.
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record for complex structural engineering projects.
• Experience with federal, municipal, industrial, institutional, or other large-scale facilities projects.
• Experience applying Federal Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and other federal design requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.

• Capable of occasional lifting up to 25 pounds (such as carrying drawings, field equipment, or laptops).

• Must be able to visually inspect construction sites, including climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, and entering confined spaces as required for site visits.

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer and technical drawing work.

• Must have adequate vision and hearing to perform design review and field inspection duties safely.

   

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels.

• Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and construction locations is required (domestic or regional).

• Field work may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, active construction zones, and varying terrain.

• Must comply with all site safety requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when applicable.

• Flexible or hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on project and client needs.

Additional Information

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility to balance office collaboration and remote work.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Active support for obtaining PE licensure in states outside your primary state of residence.