Senior Structural Engineer

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HDR is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Raleigh or Charlotte. This individual will be responsible for the structural design of facilities in support of a variety of markets including Water / Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, Power, Federal, Healthcare, and Education and Science. Previous experience in all of these markets is not a requirement. They will be expected to coordinate and work closely with a multidiscipline design team throughout the entire life cycle of projects from planning stages, through the development of construction documents, and construction administration. They will be responsible for the development of construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations, as well as the review of shop drawings during construction. Experience in structural design and detailing of building related projects is required. This individual should be self-motivated, collaborative and possess strong leadership skills with an initiative to deliver high quality, technically sound structural engineering designs. The ideal candidate will have experience with the design of environmental engineering structures including reinforced concrete tanks and associated structures using the ACI 350 design code.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or MSCE Degree in Structural Engineering preferred
• Experience leading teams delivering structural design projects
• Strong knowledge of structural modeling software such as STAAD or other 3D analysis and finite element modeling software
• Experience with environmental engineering projects (water / wastewater) desired
• Experience with condition assessment and concrete repair desired
• Local candidates are preferred
• LI-SM1

Required Qualifications

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HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

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As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations : United States-North Carolina-Raleigh Industry : Building Engineering Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Building Structural Job Posting : Aug 20, 2025