Structural Engineer - Boston, CT or New England

Palermo RhodesBoston, MA, US

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Job Description

Structural Engineer

Location : Boston, Massachusetts (Greater Boston area including Cambridge, Somerville, and surrounding metropolitan region - Local position with minimal travel up to 10-15% within New England)

Salary Range : $95,000–$125,000 (Adjusted for Boston market rates and cost of living)

Reporting To : Senior Engineering Leadership

Our client, a national leader in structural preservation, is expanding its specialized engineering team in the Boston metropolitan area and needs a Senior Structural Engineer to inspect, diagnose, and repair complex parking structures and infrastructure throughout Greater Boston and New England.

You'll use cutting-edge inspection technology (like smart glasses for live technical guidance, GPR, and imaging tools) to lead structural assessments primarily within the Boston area, focusing on the region's unique mix of historic structures, modern developments, and challenging urban environments.

This role combines office-based engineering work with regular field inspections throughout the Boston metropolitan area. The Senior Structural Engineer will focus on high-priority projects within Massachusetts and New England, performing on-site inspections, diagnosing concrete and structural issues, and recommending long-term repair or preservation strategies for Boston's unique challenges including freeze-thaw cycles, aging infrastructure, and seismic considerations.

Our client is growing rapidly in the Boston market and needs someone who understands local building codes, Massachusetts structural requirements, and the specific challenges posed by New England's climate, historic preservation requirements, and urban density.

If you're a licensed PE who enjoys combining technical expertise with hands-on field work in one of America's most historic and technically demanding markets—let's talk.

You're a Fit If You're :

Adaptable—you work effectively in both modern facilities and historic Boston buildings
Local market focused—you understand Boston's unique structural, regulatory, and environmental challenges
A team player—you collaborate effectively with local teams, historic preservation specialists, and municipal authorities
A clear communicator—you translate technical knowledge for diverse stakeholders including historic commissions

What You'll Do

Conduct structural inspections of parking garages, commercial buildings, and mixed-use developments throughout Greater Boston, focusing on concrete durability, freeze-thaw damage, and repair design

Work with both modern structures and historic buildings requiring specialized preservation approaches

Utilize state-of-the-art technologies and non-destructive testing methods (NDE) to conduct comprehensive structural assessments across New England markets

Serve as a technical expert for high-priority Boston-area accounts

Address Boston-specific structural challenges including harsh winter conditions, salt corrosion from de-icing, aging infrastructure, and seismic retrofit requirements

Diagnose complex structural issues and develop engineering solutions compliant with Massachusetts Building Code and Boston-specific regulations

Navigate historic preservation requirements and work with Boston Landmarks Commission when applicable

Create detailed engineering reports that account for New England's freeze-thaw cycles and urban environmental factors

Collect data via non-destructive testing methods (e.g., ground-penetrating radar, corrosion mapping)

Draft assessment reports and repair solutions, collaborating with local and regional design teams

What You Need

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Related Field (Master's Preferred)

PE License (Massachusetts preferred, or ability to obtain Massachusetts licensure quickly)

4–7+ years in structural engineering, ideally with concrete / material science focus

Understanding of Massachusetts Building Code and Boston municipal requirements

Experience with field assessments, inspections, or forensic engineering

Knowledge of New England's climate challenges (freeze-thaw cycles, snow loading, de-icing salt corrosion)

Familiarity with seismic design requirements for Massachusetts

Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and municipal presentations

Ability to work independently while maintaining strong team collaboration

(Nice-to-haves)

Experience with historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects

Background in parking structures, retrofit design, or construction oversight in urban New England environments

Knowledge of Boston's complex permitting and approval processes

Experience working with Massachusetts Historical Commission or Boston Landmarks Commission

Leadership experience with proven ability to manage teams and drive results

Familiarity with MBTA or other transit authority structural requirements

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range : $125,000–$145,000 Annually (Adjusted for Boston market and cost of living)

Comprehensive Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Retirement Savings : 401(k) with Company Match

Generous PTO : Vacation, Sick Days, and Company Holidays

Transportation Allowance : $8,000 Annually (for local travel and parking in Boston area)

Performance Bonuses : Target of up to 13% of Base Salary

Professional Development : Access to industry conferences, workshops, and New England-specific training programs

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