Structural Project Engineer Jobs

Structural Project Engineer jobs are open across civil, transportation, commercial construction, and industrial sectors, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in bridge design, building structures, and seismic analysis. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles348+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerDCI Engineers
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type52% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Envista Forensics
Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
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Envista Forensics
New 17h ago
Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
Envista Forensics
Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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Engle Martin
Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
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Engle Martin
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Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
Engle Martin
St. Louis, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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Broward County, Florida
Construction Project Management Supervisor- Structural
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Broward County, Florida
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Construction Project Management Supervisor- Structural
Broward County, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Account Management
Business Development
Customer Success
$101k.03 - $161k.91/yr
Master's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Project Manager – Structural Steel
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Project Manager – Structural Steel
Master Steel, LLC
Hardeeville, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $120k/yr
On-Site

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Structural Project Manager
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Structural Project Manager
Brown + Kubican
Lexington, Kentucky
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Master of Science

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Structural Project Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • DCI Engineers
    DCI Engineers20
  • Thornton Tomasetti
    Thornton Tomasetti16
  • MK Consulting
    MK Consulting14
  • KPFF Consulting Engineers
    KPFF Consulting Engineers9
  • Holmes US
    Holmes US8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services76
  • Construction & Real Estate18
  • Technology & Software11
  • Staffing & Recruiting7
  • Manufacturing5

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in structural project engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, or RISA
  • Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration with PE pursuit in progress
  • Experience producing construction documents and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams
  • Working knowledge of IBC, AISC, ACI, and applicable local building codes
  • Familiarity with BIM workflows and software such as Revit Structure

Tips for Your Structural Project Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to project delivery

Hiring managers for structural project engineer roles want to see projects taken from design through construction documents. List specific structural systems you've engineered, software you used, and the scale of each project, not just your job duties.

Highlight your PE licensure status clearly

State whether you're licensed, EIT-certified, or pursuing licensure, and in which states. Many postings screen on this before reviewing anything else, so put it near the top of your resume rather than burying it in a credentials section.

Target firms by structural specialty

A firm focused on high-rise concrete work hires differently than one specializing in timber or prefabricated steel. Filter openings by the structural system you know best and apply where your materials experience matches the firm's portfolio.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists structural project engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for technical design exercises

Many structural engineering interviews include a take-home or whiteboard problem involving load calculations or connection design. Review AISC and ACI code provisions relevant to your specialty so you can work through problems without referencing notes.

Negotiate using project responsibility scope

When discussing compensation, frame your value around the project delivery stages you own independently. Engineers who manage subconsultants, coordinate with architects, or lead plan review responses command higher offers than those who describe only analysis tasks.

Structural Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most structural project engineers?

The companies hiring the most structural project engineers right now include DCI Engineers, Thornton Tomasetti, and MK Consulting, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in firms handling large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and institutional projects.

How many structural project engineer jobs are remote?

About 48% of structural project engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on coordination this role requires. Sub-disciplines with the highest remote share tend to be peer review, code consulting, and forensic engineering, where site presence is less continuous than on active design-build projects.

How do you become a structural project engineer?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an EIT. Gain experience under a licensed PE working on structural design and documentation, then pass the PE exam and, if you want a structural specialty, the Structural Engineering exam offered in many states.

Can you get hired as a structural project engineer with little experience?

Yes, many firms hire at the entry level specifically to develop engineers through project work. Strengthen your candidacy by completing relevant coursework in structural analysis and design, building proficiency in industry software like ETABS or SAP2000, and showcasing senior capstone or internship projects that demonstrate you can apply code provisions to real structural systems.

What does the structural project engineer interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your background and software experience, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through a past project or solve a design problem involving load paths or connection details. Final rounds often include a meeting with project managers or principals to assess how you'd handle client communication and construction-phase questions.

Where can I find and apply to structural project engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to structural project engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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