Government Structural Engineering Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

StaffRight Associates is seeking a visionary leader to steer a growing structural division within a premier, multidisciplinary engineering organization. As the Department Head, you will champion the delivery of resilient, forward-thinking structural solutions that directly enhance public and private infrastructure throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania.

This strategic leadership position empowers you to cultivate a high-achieving technical team, deepen key stakeholder partnerships, and direct diverse, high-impact regional initiatives. Supported by an established, cross-functional network of internal experts spanning civil, environmental, transportation, and geospatial disciplines, you will possess the comprehensive resources necessary to drive innovation and elevate your professional trajectory.

• Direction: Architect the strategic vision for the structural division, managing personnel growth, workload distribution, and overall engineering execution.

• Design: Spearhead the structural conceptualization and detailed engineering for diverse assignments, including civic facilities, public works infrastructure, and rehabilitation initiatives.

• Consultation: Serve as the principal technical advisor for external partners, guaranteeing clear communications, precise engineering accuracy, and exceptional project delivery.

• Mentorship: Nurture the professional advancement of junior and mid-level engineering staff by providing rigorous technical oversight and quality assurance reviews.

• Integration: Collaborate seamlessly with internal multidisciplinary teams to deliver unified, comprehensive engineering solutions.

• Administration: Oversee project financial health, master scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency and profitability.

• Development: Cultivate lasting relationships with municipal entities, government bodies, and institutional clients to secure future business pipelines.

• Compliance: Monitor evolving building regulations, regional codes, and pioneering industry methodologies to maintain cutting-edge design standards.

• Credentials: Credentialed with a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering (a Master’s degree is highly advantageous).

• Licensure: Registered Professional Engineer (PE) status within the Commonwealth, or the immediate capacity to secure reciprocity.

• Experience: Accumulation of 8 to 15 years of progressive advancement within structural design and complex project oversight.

• Leadership: Demonstrated capability to guide engineering teams, optimize workflows, and successfully execute major infrastructure assignments.

• Technical Breadth: Mastery in designing with diverse materials, including structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber across varied facility types.

• Software Acumen: Proficiency utilizing advanced structural modeling and drafting platforms to execute complex analytical workflows.

• Communication: Exceptional articulation skills necessary to command client presentations, anchor stakeholder meetings, and author winning project proposals.

This full-time, direct-hire position offers a highly competitive annual salary of $90,000 to $110,000, supplemented by robust professional advancement resources and flexible hybrid scheduling. If you are a driven engineering professional ready to make a lasting stamp on regional infrastructure, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.