Top Echelon
Raleigh, NC | Leadership | Complex Building Design | Engineer of Record
We’re recruiting on purpose for a Senior Structural Engineer who’s ready to lead — not just execute.
This is a high-visibility opportunity in our client’s Raleigh office to serve as a technical leader and Engineer of Record on complex, meaningful projects from concept through construction.
If you enjoy owning projects, mentoring rising engineers, and shaping structural solutions that actually get built — this one is worth a look.
What You’ll Actually Be Doing
Lead from the front.
Serve as Engineer of Record and structural discipline lead on large-scale building projects.
Design the structures that matter.
Steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and specialty systems — from analysis through detailing.
Set the technical bar.
Oversee calculations, drawings, specs, and reports. Ensure quality, code compliance, and constructability.
Mentor the next generation.
Guide junior engineers and designers. Review work. Teach. Elevate the team.
Collaborate at a high level.
Work directly with architects and MEP teams to integrate structural systems seamlessly.
Be present in the field.
Construction observations, site visits, problem-solving in real time.
Influence the business.
Support proposals, client presentations, and long-term relationship growth.
Why This Role Is Different
This isn’t a back-room calculation role.
You’ll:
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Have real project ownership
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Sign and seal documents
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Help shape structural standards
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Be trusted as a senior technical voice
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Play a role in firm growth
If you’ve reached the stage where you want impact, autonomy, and technical respect, this checks those boxes.
What They’re Looking For
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Bachelor’s in Civil / Structural / Architectural Engineering (ABET/EAC)
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15+ years of structural design experience
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Active U.S. PE with NCEES record
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SE license (or passed SE exam) strongly preferred
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Experience with RISA, ENERCALC, L-Pile, PCA
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Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
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Strong working knowledge of UFC, DoD, VA, and applicable codes
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Proven leadership and mentoring experience
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Comfortable in client-facing and technical presentation settings
Travel as needed for meetings and site visits.
Ideal Fit
You’re:
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A seasoned PE who enjoys leading complex building projects
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Technically sharp but not ego-driven
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Comfortable mentoring others
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Ready for a role where your name carries weight