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Senior Structural Engineer | Raleigh, NC

IMEG is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in Raleigh, NC, to lead the delivery of large, highly complex structural projects as a project manager or lead engineer with minimal support from senior staff. In this role, you'll provide project direction, engineering solutions, and client-focused guidance to support positive outcomes across building and structural projects. You'll also work within the project's monetary budget, lead training and mentoring efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of structural systems and develop designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports
• Partner with clients to understand needs, gather requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Provide in-process design reviews of structural system design, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence
• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements
• Provide technical training and mentoring, and support resolution of field issues with minimal support from senior staff
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices; contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work
• Conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, architects, and project managers) to deliver integrated solutions and participate in project interviews and presentations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Master's Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 10 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
  This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us IMEG puts people first-with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You'll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Structural Team Highlights

• IMEG's structural team brings architectural visions to life with safe, efficient structural solutions that achieve project goals, even amid complexity.
• The team supports a wide range of structural services-from foundational design and framing systems (steel, concrete, timber, etc.) to seismic engineering, facade support, and long-span specialty structures.
• Structural engineers leverage advanced analysis tools and close collaboration with architects and builders to address schedule, cost, and complexity challenges.
• Tools and workflows include Revit, Tekla, SET, and parametric workflows, with ongoing focus on trends such as mass timber, net zero, seismic retrofitting, and SE2050.

Locations available:

Raleigh, NC
Greensboro, NC
Norfolk, VA

Apply today to join IMEG and help deliver structural solutions that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran'sstatus, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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