Mid Level Structural Design Engineer Jobs
Mid level structural design engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, guide junior staff, and make technical decisions with real accountability. Openings run across Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, with employers like HDR, Kimley-Horn, and Amazon competing for engineers at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 13+ Mid Level Structural Design Engineer jobs
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is seeking Structural Engineers to join the founding team of the central building engineering function (Building Technical Services) within Global Engineering, Materials, and Sustainability (GEMS). In this role, you will perform the hands-on technical work that keeps Amazon’s buildings safe, compliant, and resilient. You develop, maintain and apply Amazon’s structural standards across Amazon’s building and construction portfolio. You provide subject matter expertise to the internal design, execution, and operations teams.
You will work within a team managing third-party structural peer reviews during construction projects, monitor and assess internal design and standards changes, and work with design and innovation teams to develop the structural design basis for Amazon's network of buildings. You will help drive the shift to an integrated, trusted technical function ensuring building structural integrity at scale, balancing speed and safety by providing technical clarification that unblocks execution teams on proven design standards.
Key job responsibilities
Peer Review Quality:
- Monitor and maintain a record of peer review logs, technically arbitrate peer review disputes, differences in methodology, etc., and confirm peer review closeout meets Amazon’s standards and technical quality bar.
Standards:
- Develop, maintain and apply Amazon’s structural standards and template designs that are used as the design basis for site specific adaptation.
Change Management:
- Internally monitor, review and uphold Amazon’s structural standards for internal change requests; follow a defined framework to decide when a change request needs further review for impacts to the base building structural system.
Vendor Quality & Third-Party Oversight:
- Reviews qualifications for third-party EORs and peer review consultants; manage third-party technical relationships and act as external liaison to third-party peer reviewers, EORs and AORs for technical arbitration.
Cross-Org Influence:
- Partner across Construction, Real Estate, Maintenance, Operations, Safety, and Legal groups to align complementary efforts and avoid duplicated or shadow capabilities.
A day in the life
You review third-party peer review logs to understand the health of a project and understand if there are positive or negative trends. You regularly interact with third-party peer reviewers to determine when/if technical arbitration may be necessary. You partner with internal teams to manage the affects of the peer reviews on the construction schedule and project cost, mitigating when able. In the long term, you build tools with tech teams to improve peer review efficiency and allow the program to scale beyond manual efforts.
About the team
The Central Engineering - Building Structural Integrity pillar is a new team, established under Global Engineering, Materials and Sustainability. The team has existing scope developing the structural templates and standards that are the basis of construction projects. In addition, there is new scope that will be developed with your help to manage structural design, innovation, defects, remediations, and change management through the lifecycle of a building.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of technical infrastructure management experience
- Experience with varying scenarios of infrastructure builds
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification, with progress toward a Professional Engineer (PE) license; PE preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering
- PE (Professional Engineer) or SE (Structural Engineer) Engineering license
- Prior experience in Structural forensic analysis and engineering.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 139,800.00 - 189,200.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 127,100.00 - 171,900.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 127,100.00 - 171,900.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is seeking Structural Engineers to join the founding team of the central building engineering function (Building Technical Services) within Global Engineering, Materials, and Sustainability (GEMS). In this role, you will perform the hands-on technical work that keeps Amazon’s buildings safe, compliant, and resilient. You develop, maintain and apply Amazon’s structural standards across Amazon’s building and construction portfolio. You provide subject matter expertise to the internal design, execution, and operations teams.
You will work within a team managing third-party structural peer reviews during construction projects, monitor and assess internal design and standards changes, and work with design and innovation teams to develop the structural design basis for Amazon's network of buildings. You will help drive the shift to an integrated, trusted technical function ensuring building structural integrity at scale, balancing speed and safety by providing technical clarification that unblocks execution teams on proven design standards.
Key job responsibilities
Peer Review Quality:
- Monitor and maintain a record of peer review logs, technically arbitrate peer review disputes, differences in methodology, etc., and confirm peer review closeout meets Amazon’s standards and technical quality bar.
Standards:
- Develop, maintain and apply Amazon’s structural standards and template designs that are used as the design basis for site specific adaptation.
Change Management:
- Internally monitor, review and uphold Amazon’s structural standards for internal change requests; follow a defined framework to decide when a change request needs further review for impacts to the base building structural system.
Vendor Quality & Third-Party Oversight:
- Reviews qualifications for third-party EORs and peer review consultants; manage third-party technical relationships and act as external liaison to third-party peer reviewers, EORs and AORs for technical arbitration.
Cross-Org Influence:
- Partner across Construction, Real Estate, Maintenance, Operations, Safety, and Legal groups to align complementary efforts and avoid duplicated or shadow capabilities.
A day in the life
You review third-party peer review logs to understand the health of a project and understand if there are positive or negative trends. You regularly interact with third-party peer reviewers to determine when/if technical arbitration may be necessary. You partner with internal teams to manage the affects of the peer reviews on the construction schedule and project cost, mitigating when able. In the long term, you build tools with tech teams to improve peer review efficiency and allow the program to scale beyond manual efforts.
About the team
The Central Engineering - Building Structural Integrity pillar is a new team, established under Global Engineering, Materials and Sustainability. The team has existing scope developing the structural templates and standards that are the basis of construction projects. In addition, there is new scope that will be developed with your help to manage structural design, innovation, defects, remediations, and change management through the lifecycle of a building.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of technical infrastructure management experience
- Experience with varying scenarios of infrastructure builds
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification, with progress toward a Professional Engineer (PE) license; PE preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering
- PE (Professional Engineer) or SE (Structural Engineer) Engineering license
- Prior experience in Structural forensic analysis and engineering.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 139,800.00 - 189,200.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 127,100.00 - 171,900.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 127,100.00 - 171,900.00 USD annually
See All 13 Mid Level Structural Design Engineer Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsMid Level Structural Design Engineer Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Aerospace & Defense
- Technology & Software
Mid Level Structural Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level structural design engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and outcomes. Highlight projects where you led the structural analysis, coordinated with other disciplines, or resolved design conflicts independently. Emphasize proficiency with industry software, familiarity with relevant building codes, and any work where your decisions directly shaped the final design. Concrete examples of scope and responsibility carry more weight than titles alone.
Which companies hire mid level structural design engineers?
Companies hiring mid level structural design engineers right now include HDR, Kimley-Horn, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of full-service engineering consultancies, construction firms, and large infrastructure owners who need engineers capable of running project phases with minimal supervision.
Are there remote mid level structural design engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles still have some site or office component. About 18% of mid level structural design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how firms have adapted workflows for design and documentation tasks. Fully remote roles exist but tend to favor engineers with established client management and coordination skills.
How do I move up to a mid level structural design engineer role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level structural design engineer role comes down to building a record of increasing ownership. Early in your career, focus on mastering structural analysis software, deepening your understanding of load paths and material behavior, and volunteering for tasks beyond your base assignment. Demonstrating that you can manage a project phase, catch your own errors, and communicate clearly with clients or contractors is what gets you reclassified at the mid level.
Which industries hire the most mid level structural design engineers?
Mid Level structural design engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they involve complex, code-governed structures where firms need engineers who can carry a project from schematic design through construction documents without constant senior oversight.