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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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerLochmueller
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring6
Work type38% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
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Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
Engle Martin
St. Louis, Missouri
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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Structural Project Engineer
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Structural Project Engineer
Lochmueller Group
St Louis, Missouri
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Structural Project Engineer
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Structural Project Engineer
Lochmueller Group
St Charles, Missouri
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Structural Project Engineer
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Structural Project Engineer
Lochmueller Group
Kansas City, Missouri
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Project Manager - Structural
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Senior Project Manager - Structural
Larson Engineering, Inc.
St. Louis, Missouri
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Hybrid
51-200

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Structural Project Engineer Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
8 jobs
Kansas City
5 jobs
O'Fallon
1 job
St Louis
1 job
St Charles
1 job
Jefferson City
1 job

Structural Project Engineer Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

Lochmueller3 open roles
Larson Engineering3 open roles
Civil Design2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

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 Lochmueller, Larson Engineering, and Civil Design and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Missouri 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 63% of structural project engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 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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