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Principal Structural Engineer

Durham, NC

On-site Full time

$127,000 to $162,000 a year

The employer is a civil engineering and land surveying firm supporting residential and commercial development.

We are hiring a Principal Structural Engineer to join our civil engineering team in Durham. You will set technical direction on projects that matter to our customers. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Durham location.

What you’ll do

  • Build analysis models in RISA, ETABS or SAP2000
  • Analyze and design steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures
  • Review shop drawings and answer contractor RFIs
  • Perform condition assessments of existing structures
  • Mentor junior engineers and review their work
  • Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • 8+ years of relevant professional experience
  • Strong hand-calculation skills
  • Experience with structural analysis software
  • Clear communication with architects and contractors
  • A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery

Nice to have

  • Seismic design experience
  • PE or SE license

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in Durham, NC is $127,000 – $162,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid professional licensing and society memberships
  • Paid time off plus paid company holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Tuition reimbursement

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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