Structural Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Structural Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where firms like AECOM, Jacobs Engineering, and Burns & McDonnell maintain active Colorado offices and hire across project types. Demand runs strongest in seismic and high-altitude structural design, large-scale transportation infrastructure, and commercial and mixed-use development tied to Colorado's sustained growth. Openings range from junior roles supporting licensed engineers to senior positions leading complex projects. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Requisition ID: 182183
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an opening for a dynamic Entry-Level Structural Engineer in our growing Design Engineering Services Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.
District Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs, and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.
Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process lead to safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and furthers Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.
On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. We will train you, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you’re ensuring a lifetime of success.
Location
This position will be based out of our Lone Tree, CO office.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to engineering and CADD teams in developing preliminary and final plans and details
- Identify and understand the technical requirements of high-risk projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions
- Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents
- Participate in technical meetings and discussions, and strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems
- Identify and implement new technologies that provide a competitive advantage
- Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Kiewit and/or project-specific Quality Management plans.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering
- 0–2 years experience in relevant structural engineering design
- 0–2 years experience in engineering plan production and preparation of engineering calculations, be highly technically competent and familiar with current tools/programs/software, and CADD production practice
- Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
- Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, and knowledge of staged construction analysis
- Preferred experience with engineering design software, i.e. programs such as LUSAS, SOFiSTiK, MIDAS, etc.
- Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, CAN/CSA S-6, and other North American design codes
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Ability to travel as business requires
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Base Compensation: $87,000 - $95,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 11/13/2026 - 12/31/2026
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 182183
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an opening for a dynamic Entry-Level Structural Engineer in our growing Design Engineering Services Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.
District Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs, and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.
Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process lead to safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and furthers Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.
On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. We will train you, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you’re ensuring a lifetime of success.
Location
This position will be based out of our Lone Tree, CO office.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to engineering and CADD teams in developing preliminary and final plans and details
- Identify and understand the technical requirements of high-risk projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions
- Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents
- Participate in technical meetings and discussions, and strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems
- Identify and implement new technologies that provide a competitive advantage
- Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Kiewit and/or project-specific Quality Management plans.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering
- 0–2 years experience in relevant structural engineering design
- 0–2 years experience in engineering plan production and preparation of engineering calculations, be highly technically competent and familiar with current tools/programs/software, and CADD production practice
- Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
- Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, and knowledge of staged construction analysis
- Preferred experience with engineering design software, i.e. programs such as LUSAS, SOFiSTiK, MIDAS, etc.
- Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, CAN/CSA S-6, and other North American design codes
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Ability to travel as business requires
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Base Compensation: $87,000 - $95,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 11/13/2026 - 12/31/2026
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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- Energy1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado PE license or professional engineer registration recognized in Colorado
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA
- Experience designing structures to IBC and ASCE 7 load requirements including seismic provisions
- Familiarity with Colorado building codes and local jurisdiction permitting processes
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with architects, contractors, and municipal reviewers
Structural Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a structural engineer in Colorado?
You become a structural engineer in Colorado by earning an ABET-accredited engineering degree, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulating the required years of progressive experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to obtain a Professional Engineer license issued by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors. Most structural roles in Colorado require or strongly prefer an active Colorado PE before you take on a project of record.
Which companies hire structural engineers in Colorado?
Employers hiring structural engineers in Colorado right now include BAE Systems USA, Sargent & Lundy, and S. A. Miro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of large infrastructure, transportation, and commercial development projects means both national engineering firms with local offices and regional specialty firms post openings regularly throughout the year.
Which Colorado cities have the most structural engineer jobs?
The cities with the most structural engineer openings in Colorado are Denver, Englewood, and Lakewood. Denver drives the largest share given its density of corporate engineering offices, major redevelopment projects, and regional transportation programs, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins draw consistent hiring through defense-related facilities, higher-education construction, and commercial growth along the Front Range corridor.
Are there remote structural engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 78% of structural engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-coordination, and stamping responsibilities that make full remote work uncommon in this field. The work most likely to be done remotely includes preliminary design, load analysis, and document production phases early in a project lifecycle.
How can I get hired as a structural engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for junior or engineer-in-training roles at mid-size Colorado consulting firms and large firms like AECOM or Jacobs that regularly onboard new graduates through structured mentorship programs. Internships completed during school at Colorado-based firms frequently convert to full-time offers. Sitting for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduation signals readiness and gives you a concrete credential to list, and a portfolio showing capstone or thesis structural work specific to seismic or high-altitude conditions resonates with Colorado hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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