Structural Engineer

Job Title : Structural Engineering Project Manager – Structural Steel Connections

Location : Boston, MA; In-person

Employment Type : Full-time

Focus : Structural / Steel Connection Engineering

Reports To : Principal Engineer

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on Structural Engineering Project Manager with extensive experience in structural steel connection design and coordination . This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys diving into the technical details, solving real-world fabrication and erection challenges, and working directly with shop personnel, detailers, and contractors.

You’ll take ownership of projects from bid through final delivery; balancing technical design work with client communication, scheduling, and team management.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fabrication-focused environment where engineering decisions directly impact constructability, cost, and field performance.

Key Responsibilities Technical Design & Review

• Perform and oversee the design and analysis of steel connections , including bolted and welded moment, shear, and bracing connections.
• Prepare and review connection sketches, design calculations, and RFI responses for accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
• Apply practical engineering judgment to balance code requirements, safety, and fabrication efficiency.
• Provide technical support to fabricators, detailers, and field crews throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review shop drawings and coordinate with detailing teams to ensure constructible and economical solutions.

Project Management

Client & Team Coordination

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).

Licensure : PE required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Experience :

Technical Proficiency :

Soft Skills :

Benefits

Why Join Us

J.Kunberger is a Greater Boston structural consulting team, providing services to architects, builders, metal fabricators, and property owners throughout New England.

We specialize in engineering structural steel connections, miscellaneous metals, building facades, construction means and methods, and building framing.