Senior Structural Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design and project delivery across a variety of commercial, municipal, and private-sector projects. Howell’s structural services support our internal civil engineering and land development teams while providing structural design for building, infrastructure, and site-related projects.

This role combines hands-on structural engineering with technical leadership and project oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong experience designing foundations, retaining walls, site-related structures, and structural components for buildings and infrastructure, along with the judgment to resolve complex design challenges and deliver practical, well-coordinated solutions.

The Senior Structural Engineer will take ownership of structural assignments from initial planning through construction, mentor junior engineers, and serve as a technical resource for clients and project teams. This person will collaborate closely with Howell’s civil engineering, survey, and environmental teams, as well as architects, contractors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design for foundations, retaining walls, building structures, and other infrastructure and site-related components
• Manage structural project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables from concept through construction
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Serve as the responsible Professional Engineer for assigned work, including signing and sealing documents within the scope of licensure and responsible charge
• Coordinate structural designs with civil engineering site plans, grading designs, architectural plans, and other project disciplines
• Evaluate design alternatives and resolve technical challenges with practical, cost-conscious solutions
• Lead structural coordination with clients, architects, contractors, permitting agencies, and other project stakeholders
• Provide construction-phase support, including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting site observations as needed
• Oversee structural permitting submissions and address agency review comments
• Mentor junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and review their work
• Support proposals through scope development, fee estimates, and technical input
• Contribute to structural design standards, quality-control practices, and the continued development of Howell’s structural services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural concentration or a related discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Pennsylvania licensure or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 7+ years of progressively responsible structural engineering design experience in a consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience independently leading structural design assignments and managing project delivery
• Strong technical knowledge of foundations, retaining walls, building structural systems, and site-related structures
• Experience designing with concrete, steel, masonry, and wood
• Thorough understanding of applicable building codes, structural design standards, and loading requirements
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with Civil 3D coordination preferred
• Experience reviewing engineering calculations and drawings and providing clear technical direction
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Sound engineering judgment, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality work
• Ability to manage competing priorities while supporting and mentoring junior staff

Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Annual increases

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Generous paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development
• Free unlimited healthy office snacks and drinks
• Access to company suite at Xfinity Mobile Arena
• Business casual work environment
• Pet-friendly office

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Howell Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.