Structural Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Structural Project Engineer jobs in Arizona are active and growing, with demand concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and land development across the Phoenix metro, Tucson, and Scottsdale. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include AECOM, Kimley-Horn, and Westland Resources, which consistently hire at levels from entry-level project engineer through senior structural engineer. The most in-demand specialties in Arizona are commercial building design, transportation structures, and site infrastructure tied to the state's rapid residential and mixed-use development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerTruesdell
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring3
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in civil engineering

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Project Engineer, Structural Steel
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Project Engineer, Structural Steel
Nexgen contracting
Phoenix, Arizona
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
Bachelor's degree in construction science

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Structural Engineer (P.E.) - Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer
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Structural Engineer (P.E.) - Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer
ANCHOR ENGINEERING INC
Phoenix, Arizona
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$70k - $120k/yr
Hybrid

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Structural Steel Project Manager
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Structural Steel Project Manager
Stellar Steel Services, LLC.
Peoria, Arizona
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$90k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Thornton Tomasetti
Structural Project Engineer
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Structural Project Engineer
Thornton Tomasetti
Phoenix, Arizona
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Master's degree in civil engineering

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Truesdell Corp
Structural Project Manager
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Truesdell Corp
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Structural Project Manager
Truesdell Corp
Tempe, Arizona
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
$80k - $120k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted

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Structural Project Engineer Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
4 jobs
Tempe
1 job
Peoria
1 job

Structural Project Engineer Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Truesdell
Truesdell1 open role
Sletten Companies
Sletten Companies1 open role
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Nexgen contracting1 open role

What Arizona Employers Look For

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

  • Active Arizona PE license or EIT registration with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
  • Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software such as RISA, SAP2000, or ETABS
  • Experience with IBC, ACI, AISC, and applicable Arizona building codes and standards
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and client communication
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM workflows for structural design documentation

Structural Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a structural project engineer in Arizona?

Becoming a structural project engineer in Arizona requires licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. The standard path starts with a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your Engineer-in-Training registration, then accumulating qualifying experience before sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to obtain your Professional Engineer license in Arizona.

How much do structural project engineers make in Arizona?

Structural project engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $89,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,740 for the lowest 10% to over $138,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire structural project engineers in Arizona?

Employers hiring structural project engineers in Arizona right now include Truesdell, Sletten Companies, and Nexgen contracting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's sustained commercial development, transportation investment, and data center construction have kept a broad range of engineering consulting firms and general contractors actively staffed across the Phoenix and Tucson markets.

Which Arizona cities have the most structural project engineer jobs?

Phoenix, Tempe, and Peoria account for the largest concentration of structural project engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it is home to the state's largest engineering consulting firms and sees the highest volume of commercial, multifamily, and infrastructure projects, while Tucson and Scottsdale draw consistent demand from university-adjacent development, government contracts, and high-end mixed-use construction.

Are there remote structural project engineer jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're uncommon. Structural project engineering is a hands-on discipline that regularly requires site visits, coordination with contractors, and in-person client meetings, so fully remote roles are the exception rather than the rule. About 50% of structural project engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The tasks most likely to be done remotely are design modeling, drawing production, and report writing.

How can I get hired as a structural project engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a project engineer or design engineer associate role at one of Arizona's mid-size engineering consulting firms, where new graduates work under licensed PEs on active commercial or infrastructure projects. Firms like Kimley-Horn and AECOM run structured new-graduate programs in their Arizona offices. Earning your Engineer-in-Training registration through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration before you apply signals readiness and gives you a concrete edge over candidates who have not yet sat for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.

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

You can find and apply to structural project engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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