Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm with 16 offices across the US and headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service, and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location.

Shive-Hattery has a need for an experienced structural engineer with Post-Tensioned Concrete and Concrete structure restoration experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in client contact and development, design, and leadership of engineering projects with a specific knowledge of concrete design and restoration project types. This is a fantastic career-growth opportunity for a driven and talented individual who is prepared to take on multiple challenging roles, contribute as a leader in a collaborative team culture, and utilize their experience to help grow Shive-Hattery’s presence in this market.

In your role as Structural Engineer at Shive-Hattery, you will contribute to a variety of projects. Our clients range from local clients to Fortune 500 companies. You will be an integral part of our team serving our current and future clients, learning from and teaching others, and working at an elevated level to understand and improve team processes and growth.

You will lead design projects as the Structural Engineer of Record for a variety of markets, including Commercial, Healthcare, Higher Education, and Gaming & Hospitality. Many projects will focus on the structural discipline, while others will be multi-discipline teams.

Requirements :

• Education : Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program
• Experience : 20+ years of experience in the design and leadership of structural engineering projects
• License / Certification : Professional Engineer licensure in Iowa or the ability for immediate licensure in Iowa
• Proven experience in relationship-building, business development, winning work, expanding work with existing clients, and leading project teams through every phase of the design process.
• General structural design experience using concrete, steel, and masonry. Wood design would be a plus.
• Experience with post-tensioned concrete slab and beam systems, including design, assessment, and restoration projects.
• Ability to lead the structural design of a project from schematic design through construction documents for both single-discipline and multi-discipline projects.
• Experience and willingness to share knowledge and provide direction to less-experienced engineers.
• Manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and comfortable presenting design solutions to team members and clients.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed for the purposes of project management and business development.
• Ability to climb ladders, work off elevated platforms and open grating, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites.

Preferred Qualifications :

Requirements :

Why Shive-Hattery?

You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Benefit Highlights

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.