Structural Project Engineer Jobs in Missouri
Structural Project Engineer jobs in Missouri draw steady demand from the state's infrastructure, commercial development, and industrial construction sectors, with openings at every level from early-career engineers to senior project leads. Most hiring concentrates in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where firms like Burns & McDonnell, Jacobs, and Clayco maintain significant operations. Bridge and transportation work, multifamily and high-rise structural design, and heavy industrial projects are the sub-areas seeing the most consistent hiring. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Horner & Shifrin is seeking a full-time Bridge Project Engineer in our Structural Business Unit located in our O’Fallon, MO, O’Fallon, IL, Chicago, IL, NW Arkansas, Marion, IL, or St. Louis, MO office. This position requires 5+ years of experience.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Follow Bridge Practice production and design standards and procedures as delegated by the Project Manager.
- Perform and check structural engineering calculations of bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation infrastructure structures using company, client, and industry standards.
- Participate in the preparation and checking of structural construction drawings created by teammates to meet firm and client requirements.
- Develop and check cost estimates.
- Participate in the preparation of reports and studies.
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois (preferred)
- Experience with design and detailing of IDOT or Illinois Tollway bridge projects (firm requirement)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in MicroStation
- Knowledge of Structural Bridge Design Software
- Previous bridge inspection experience (preferred)
- Ability to traverse structural sites, including heights and rough terrain
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must complete a background check
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)
SALARY RANGE:
Horner & Shifrin, Inc. offers a comprehensive total rewards package and is committed to fair, competitive, market-based compensation. The target salary range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000. Compensation for the successful candidate will consider the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location.
Applicants interested in applying to Horner & Shifrin, Inc. are required to complete our online application, which can be found by visiting www.hornershifrin.com/careers. Visits and phone calls will not be accepted.
Horner & Shifrin is a Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources at 314-531-4321 for assistance.
Contact our Human Resources Department at employment@hornershifrin.com for any recruiting inquiries.
Horner & Shifrin does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from its Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Horner & Shifrin will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes or candidates sent directly to our hiring managers.
Horner & Shifrin is seeking a full-time Bridge Project Engineer in our Structural Business Unit located in our O’Fallon, MO, O’Fallon, IL, Chicago, IL, NW Arkansas, Marion, IL, or St. Louis, MO office. This position requires 5+ years of experience.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Follow Bridge Practice production and design standards and procedures as delegated by the Project Manager.
- Perform and check structural engineering calculations of bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation infrastructure structures using company, client, and industry standards.
- Participate in the preparation and checking of structural construction drawings created by teammates to meet firm and client requirements.
- Develop and check cost estimates.
- Participate in the preparation of reports and studies.
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois (preferred)
- Experience with design and detailing of IDOT or Illinois Tollway bridge projects (firm requirement)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in MicroStation
- Knowledge of Structural Bridge Design Software
- Previous bridge inspection experience (preferred)
- Ability to traverse structural sites, including heights and rough terrain
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must complete a background check
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)
SALARY RANGE:
Horner & Shifrin, Inc. offers a comprehensive total rewards package and is committed to fair, competitive, market-based compensation. The target salary range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000. Compensation for the successful candidate will consider the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location.
Applicants interested in applying to Horner & Shifrin, Inc. are required to complete our online application, which can be found by visiting www.hornershifrin.com/careers. Visits and phone calls will not be accepted.
Horner & Shifrin is a Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources at 314-531-4321 for assistance.
Contact our Human Resources Department at employment@hornershifrin.com for any recruiting inquiries.
Horner & Shifrin does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from its Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Horner & Shifrin will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes or candidates sent directly to our hiring managers.
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Structural Project Engineer Job Market in Missouri
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods
- Construction & Real Estate
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural project engineer jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Professional Engineer license or eligibility to obtain one required
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as RISA, SAP2000, or RAM Structural System
- Experience managing project deliverables, schedules, and client communications on engineering assignments
- Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, and ACI or AISC design standards relevant to Missouri projects
- EIT certification and progress toward PE licensure considered for associate-level positions
Structural Project Engineer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a structural project engineer in Missouri?
The path starts with a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your Engineer in Training credential through the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Professional Geologists. After accumulating required professional experience under a licensed PE, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn full licensure, which most Missouri employers require or strongly prefer for project engineer roles.
How much do structural project engineers make in Missouri?
Structural project engineers in Missouri earn a median of about $92,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,950 for the lowest 10% to over $139,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire structural project engineers in Missouri?
Missouri structural project engineer roles are posted by Horner & Shifrin, Lochmueller, and Apex Engineers and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's concentration of engineering, construction, and infrastructure firms means opportunities exist across both large national practices with Missouri offices and regional firms headquartered in the Kansas City or St. Louis metros.
Which Missouri cities have the most structural project engineer jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and O'Fallon hold the most structural project engineer openings in Missouri. Kansas City leads due to its dense cluster of major engineering firms and active infrastructure investment, while St. Louis benefits from large commercial construction pipelines and corporate headquarters, and Springfield captures regional demand from growing healthcare campus and industrial projects across southwest Missouri.
Are there remote structural project engineer jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of structural project engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves site visits, coordination meetings, and hands-on construction observation. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely are design calculations, drafting, and project documentation review.
How can I get hired as a structural project engineer in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior engineer role at a mid-size Missouri firm where you work under a licensed PE while logging the hours needed for your own licensure. Kansas City firms like Burns & McDonnell and St. Louis-area engineering practices regularly recruit new graduates into structured mentorship programs. Holding an EIT credential, building a portfolio of academic or internship structural projects, and targeting roles titled project engineer I or assistant project engineer opens the door without prior full-time experience.
Where can I find and apply to structural project engineer jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to structural project engineer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account creation is needed to see the listings.
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