Structural Engineer Jobs in Missouri
Structural Engineer jobs in Missouri are concentrated in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield, where infrastructure investment, commercial development, and institutional construction keep demand steady at every level from entry-level to senior project engineer. Major employers with a durable Missouri footprint include Burns & McDonnell, HOK, and the Missouri Department of Transportation, which together drive consistent hiring in transportation, building systems, and civil infrastructure. Bridge and highway design, commercial building structures, and water infrastructure are among the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of engineering projects. You will be responsible for designing and analyzing structural components for a wide variety of diverse projects within heavy industrial , utility, and infrastructure industries, ensuring they meet safety and performance requirements. Your expertise in structural engineering codes and your proficiency with design software will be essential to your success in this role. You will also need to be a strong communicator and collaborator to work effectively with clients and team members.
Who You Are: You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. You uncover root causes to difficult problems. You evaluate pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.
Requirements for the role:
- Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Structural Engineering
- Proficiency in plan development and drafting software.
- Proficiency in structural analysis software.
- Knowledge in design of concrete and steel elements per code requirements.
- Must be able to comply with all client and industry safety requirements.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to simplify technical issues.
Preferred requirements:
- Master’s Degree with emphasis in Structural Engineering
- Proficiency in Revit
- Engineering in Training (EIT) certification for under 5 years of experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) if over 5 years of experience
Why CDG Engineers?
CDG Engineers, Inc. is a full-service, multi-discipline professional services organization based in St Louis, MO, with capabilities in civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering, as well as architecture. The firm provides planning, engineering, architectural design, and construction administration services across various industries and sectors.
CDG Engineers is registered in multiple states across the U.S., offering complete in-house professional engineering and architectural services. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering practical and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of projects within the United States.
CDG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Work Authorization: CDG is not currently offering sponsorship for this role. This include both temporary visa or permanent visa situations that exist now or in the future, such as: F-1, OPT, CPT, H1, H2, L1, TN, etc.
Agencies:
This role is currently not open to agencies or third-party vendors at this time.
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Structural Engineer Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring


Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Construction & Real Estate5
- Manufacturing4
- Consumer Goods2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural engineer jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training registration required
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, RISA, or ETABS
- Experience with structural design of steel, concrete, or timber systems
- Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, and Missouri-adopted building codes
- Strong technical communication skills for client reports and construction document sets
Structural Engineer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a structural engineer in Missouri?
To become a licensed structural engineer in Missouri, you need a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer-in-Training status through the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Professional Geologists. After accumulating qualifying work experience under a licensed PE, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your Professional Engineer license.
Which companies hire structural engineers in Missouri?
Missouri structural engineer roles are posted by Burns & McDonnell, Apex Structural Engineering, and Horner & Shifrin and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of infrastructure-focused firms, state agencies, and national engineering consultancies with Kansas City and St. Louis offices keeps the hiring pool broad across both public and private sectors.
Which Missouri cities have the most structural engineer jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and Creve Coeur lead Missouri for structural engineer openings. St. Louis and Kansas City anchor the market through large engineering firms, major hospital and university construction programs, and ongoing transportation infrastructure projects, while Springfield draws consistent hiring from regional contractors and municipal agencies managing steady commercial and civic development across southwest Missouri.
Are there remote structural engineer jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're uncommon. Structural engineering requires frequent site visits, coordination with contractors, and hands-on review of construction documents, which limits full remote arrangements. About 63% of structural engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid schedules most common for roles focused on modeling, calculations, and report writing rather than field inspection or project management.
How can I get hired as a structural engineer in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Missouri's large engineering consultancies and public agencies as a junior or staff engineer, where recent graduates with an EIT registration and ABET-accredited degree get strong consideration. Burns & McDonnell and the Missouri Department of Transportation both run structured new-graduate programs. Building a portfolio of senior design projects and academic structural analysis work gives candidates a clear edge when competing for those first roles.
Where can I find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly.
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