Senior Level Structural Engineer Jobs
Senior level structural engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of project outcomes, technical standards, and the junior staff who carry the work forward. Hiring is concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with 26% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like HDR, Jobot, and Stantec hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
We are looking for an experienced Civil Structural Engineer licensed in Illinois, with 15+ years of engineering experience in Oil & Gas, refining, and petrochemical facilities. The candidate should have experience working in compliance with local codes and standards, project design basis, and client-specific standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work on Oil & Gas midstream/downstream facilities and petrochemical projects, including FEED and detailed engineering.
- Review engineering drawings, documents, and calculations for compliance with applicable codes and requirements.
- Certify engineering deliverables using an Illinois SE stamp.
- Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines to meet project design requirements.
- Manage internal data flow and design changes.
- Provide value engineering ideas and alternative design solutions.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Visit project sites for short-term assignments of a couple of weeks, depending on project requirements.
- Support project schedule preparation and coordinate timelines with clients.
- Perform and review civil, structural, and mechanical engineering designs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of engineering experience.
- Active Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) license.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, refining, midstream/downstream, or petrochemical facilities.
- FEED and detailed engineering project experience.
- Strong knowledge of local codes, standards, project design basis, and client-specific requirements.
- Experience with:
- Foundation calculations
- Underground facilities
- Equipment layouts
- Structural steel drawings
- Plot plans
- General Arrangement (GA) drawings
- Strong engineering/project coordination and client interface management skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Software Skills:
- STAAD Pro.
- Revit.
- AutoCAD 2D.
- Navisworks (3D model reviews).
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for an experienced Civil Structural Engineer licensed in Illinois, with 15+ years of engineering experience in Oil & Gas, refining, and petrochemical facilities. The candidate should have experience working in compliance with local codes and standards, project design basis, and client-specific standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work on Oil & Gas midstream/downstream facilities and petrochemical projects, including FEED and detailed engineering.
- Review engineering drawings, documents, and calculations for compliance with applicable codes and requirements.
- Certify engineering deliverables using an Illinois SE stamp.
- Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines to meet project design requirements.
- Manage internal data flow and design changes.
- Provide value engineering ideas and alternative design solutions.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Visit project sites for short-term assignments of a couple of weeks, depending on project requirements.
- Support project schedule preparation and coordinate timelines with clients.
- Perform and review civil, structural, and mechanical engineering designs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of engineering experience.
- Active Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) license.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, refining, midstream/downstream, or petrochemical facilities.
- FEED and detailed engineering project experience.
- Strong knowledge of local codes, standards, project design basis, and client-specific requirements.
- Experience with:
- Foundation calculations
- Underground facilities
- Equipment layouts
- Structural steel drawings
- Plot plans
- General Arrangement (GA) drawings
- Strong engineering/project coordination and client interface management skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Software Skills:
- STAAD Pro.
- Revit.
- AutoCAD 2D.
- Navisworks (3D model reviews).
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Senior Level Structural Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level structural engineer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for engineers who can own a project from concept through construction documents without close supervision. A portfolio showing structural systems you led, complex problems you resolved, and decisions you made under your own authority carries more weight than credentials alone. Demonstrating mentorship of junior engineers and fluency in relevant codes and software puts candidates ahead.
Which companies hire senior level structural engineers?
Companies hiring senior level structural engineers right now include HDR, Jobot, and Stantec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large engineering consultancies, specialty structural firms, and owner-operators managing complex capital projects who need engineers capable of leading without significant oversight.
Are there remote senior level structural engineer jobs?
Yes, though most senior structural roles still require regular site presence or client-facing work. About 26% of senior level structural engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated in design-phase and project management roles where daily field visits are not required. Fully remote positions tend to be with larger firms that have distributed project teams.
What makes a structural engineer role senior level?
Senior structural engineer roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this level, you are expected to lead the structural design of full projects, make independent technical judgments, coordinate across disciplines, and review or mentor the work of less experienced engineers. The role carries accountability for outcomes, not just deliverables, and typically involves direct client or stakeholder communication.
Which industries hire the most senior level structural engineers?
Senior level structural engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive demand because they involve high-value, technically complex projects where experienced engineers are needed to manage risk, satisfy code requirements, and coordinate with architects, contractors, and owners throughout the project lifecycle.