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Drive design and analysis with a strong emphasis on wood structures for residential and commercial ... Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) required * Strong background in ...

Structural Project Engineer

Overland Park, KS

$75.60K - $101.20K/yr

Constructive Engineering Design Location: Metro Kansas City, MO Project Focus ... Large-Scale Commercial, Industrial, and Luxury Residential Structural Steel Work Setting: In-Office ...

Structural Engineer

Dothan, AL · On-site

$63K - $150K/yr

Structural Engineer Our client, a well-established engineering firm serving the Gulf Coast region ... residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects. The position requires a focus on ...

... residential buildings; and historical retrofits. COMPENSATION Competitive compensation commensurate with education and experience. Details are shared during the interview process. BENEFITS • Health ...

Structural Professional Engineer (PE) About Us: Our organization is a dynamic and growing ... We specialize in designing low-rise commercial and residential buildings. Our portfolio includes ...

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Structural Engineer

Salem, OR · On-site

$82K - $102K/yr

Stability Engineering Inc. in Corvallis OR is a structural engineering firm focused on excellent ... What you'll do: · Structural design of residential and commercial projects using a variety of ...

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Structural Engineer

Eugene, OR · On-site

$82K - $102K/yr

Stability Engineering Inc. in Corvallis OR is a structural engineering firm focused on excellent ... What you'll do: · Structural design of residential and commercial projects using a variety of ...

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Structural Engineer

Corvallis, OR · On-site

$82K - $102K/yr

Stability Engineering Inc. in Corvallis OR is a structural engineering firm focused on excellent ... What you'll do: · Structural design of residential and commercial projects using a variety of ...

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How much do residential structural engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for residential structural engineer in the United States is $99,400.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Residential Structural Engineer do?

A Residential Structural Engineer is responsible for designing and evaluating the structural integrity of homes and small buildings. They ensure that foundations, walls, roofs, and other structural elements can safely support loads and withstand environmental forces. Their work includes analyzing blueprints, performing structural calculations, and inspecting construction sites to ensure compliance with building codes. They may also provide recommendations for repairs or modifications to existing structures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Residential Structural Engineer position, and why are they important?

A Residential Structural Engineer needs a solid background in civil or structural engineering, a relevant degree, and ideally licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE). Familiarity with structural analysis software (such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SAP2000), local building codes, and construction materials is crucial. Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills help engineers collaborate effectively with architects, builders, and clients. These skills ensure that residential structures are safe, efficient, and built to regulatory standards while meeting client needs.

What does a typical workday look like for a Residential Structural Engineer?

A typical day for a Residential Structural Engineer often involves conducting site visits, reviewing architectural plans, performing structural calculations, and creating or modifying design drawings. You may spend part of your day meeting with clients, architects, or contractors to discuss project requirements and progress, and another portion troubleshooting design challenges or addressing construction issues onsite. Most engineers also spend time documenting their work and ensuring compliance with local codes and permitting processes. This balance of fieldwork, collaborative meetings, and technical analysis provides variety and the opportunity to see your projects progress from concept to completion. You’ll frequently work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring residential buildings are safe and structurally sound.
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Infographic showing various Residential Structural Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,400 per year, or $47.8 per hour.
Senior Structural Engineer

$125K - $160K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.


About LJC

LJC Design & Engineering is a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. We are a team of high-energy professionals who share a passion for design, a collaborative approach, and a casual culture. We solve challenges by leveraging the collective expertise and ingenuity of the best and brightest minds across development, design, and construction.

The Role We Want You For

LJC is currently seeking a licensed Senior Structural Engineer to join our design team. In this role you will be working with in-house Development, Architecture, and Construction teams to provide Structural Design and Quality Assurance on industrial, mission critical, life sciences, and residential projects for our nationwide clients.

The Specifics of the Role

  • Define and develop preliminary structural systems that coordinate with other design trades in an effort to provide a collaborative design.
  • Project designs based on construction schedule versus fully finished package.
  • Preliminary pricing advantages due to historical construction experience.
  • Value engineering is ongoing as the design is refined.
  • Input from jobsite can identify construction issues.
  • Projects can be designed to the builder’s strength.
  • Easier for engineer to issue changes or make revisions.
  • Opportunity for site and Quality visits to assist in solving field issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required; Master’s Degree with Structural emphasis preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience designing commercial projects, ideally industrial, mission critical, and/or life sciences.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE)
  • Knowledge of CAD software, such as AutoCad and Revit
  • Proficiency with structural analysis software such as Tekla Structural Designer
  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary project team.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

Some Things You Should Know

  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!

Why Clayco and LJC?

  • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $125,000  - 160,000 annually (not adjusted for location).