Senior Level Structural Technician Jobs
Senior level structural technician jobs place experienced professionals in charge of technical direction, project outcomes, and the teams or workflows that deliver structural results. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles available from employers like HDR, Jobot, and Stantec hiring at this level now.
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Department: Transportation
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Compensation: $140,000 - $170,000 / year
Description
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. Due to MSG's continued growth, we’re expanding our Transportation Engineering services in Pennsylvania and developing a dedicated Structures group within our Hermitage, Cranberry, and Waynesburg offices. We are seeking a Structure/Bridge Practice Leader to guide bridge and structural engineering efforts, lead project delivery, and develop technical talent. This role offers an opportunity to shape a growing practice and provide leadership on a variety of structural transportation projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural design and analysis for bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures.
- Prepare structural calculations, design reports, load ratings, design plans, and specifications.
- Oversee production of structural drawings and coordinate with roadway, traffic, geotechnical, and survey teams.
- Manage multiple structural projects, including budgets, schedules, and client communication.
- Review the work of junior engineers and provide mentorship, training, and technical direction.
- Conduct quality control reviews to ensure compliance with PennDOT standards, AASHTO LRFD, and applicable codes.
- Support proposals, project scoping, and business development activities as MSG expands its structural practice in PA.
- Attend coordination meetings with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
- Lead efforts to improve structural design processes, workflows, and team development.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) required; Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred.
- 15+ years of structural engineering experience with bridges or transportation structures.
- Experience with PennDOT design criteria and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as LEAP Bridge, STAAD, LARSA, SAP2000, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience delivering PennDOT or local agency projects.
- Experience conducting load ratings and complex structure analysis.
- Ability to support and grow a new structural engineering team in a developing market.
Benefits
- 401(k) w/ company match
- Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Department: Transportation
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Compensation: $140,000 - $170,000 / year
Description
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. Due to MSG's continued growth, we’re expanding our Transportation Engineering services in Pennsylvania and developing a dedicated Structures group within our Hermitage, Cranberry, and Waynesburg offices. We are seeking a Structure/Bridge Practice Leader to guide bridge and structural engineering efforts, lead project delivery, and develop technical talent. This role offers an opportunity to shape a growing practice and provide leadership on a variety of structural transportation projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural design and analysis for bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other transportation-related structures.
- Prepare structural calculations, design reports, load ratings, design plans, and specifications.
- Oversee production of structural drawings and coordinate with roadway, traffic, geotechnical, and survey teams.
- Manage multiple structural projects, including budgets, schedules, and client communication.
- Review the work of junior engineers and provide mentorship, training, and technical direction.
- Conduct quality control reviews to ensure compliance with PennDOT standards, AASHTO LRFD, and applicable codes.
- Support proposals, project scoping, and business development activities as MSG expands its structural practice in PA.
- Attend coordination meetings with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
- Lead efforts to improve structural design processes, workflows, and team development.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) required; Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred.
- 15+ years of structural engineering experience with bridges or transportation structures.
- Experience with PennDOT design criteria and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as LEAP Bridge, STAAD, LARSA, SAP2000, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience delivering PennDOT or local agency projects.
- Experience conducting load ratings and complex structure analysis.
- Ability to support and grow a new structural engineering team in a developing market.
Benefits
- 401(k) w/ company match
- Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
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Senior Level Structural Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level structural technician job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for demonstrated ownership of structural projects from concept through completion, not just task execution. Candidates who stand out typically bring deep proficiency in structural analysis software, a portfolio showing progressively complex work, and evidence of mentoring junior technicians or leading cross-functional coordination. Tailoring your application to show scope of responsibility, not just technical skills, is what moves a resume to the top of the pile.
Which companies hire senior level structural technicians?
Companies hiring senior level structural technicians right now include HDR, Jobot, and Stantec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from engineering and design firms, construction companies, and infrastructure-focused organizations that need experienced professionals capable of leading technical decisions independently.
Are there remote senior level structural technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles still have some on-site or project-site component. About 25% of senior level structural technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for work like design review, documentation, and coordination that does not require physical presence. Field-heavy roles in construction and inspection remain predominantly on-site.
What makes a structural technician role senior level?
Senior level structural technician roles are defined by the scope of ownership and technical complexity involved. Rather than executing tasks under direct supervision, senior technicians lead project phases, make independent technical judgments, review and approve the work of others, and serve as the go-to resource for difficult structural problems. Mentoring less experienced team members and interfacing with engineers, project managers, and clients are routine expectations at this level.
Which industries hire the most senior level structural technicians?
Senior Level structural technician roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they involve complex, large-scale structural work that requires experienced professionals who can operate with autonomy and accountability across the full project lifecycle.