KPFF Consulting Engineers · 5 hours ago
Senior Structural Project Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years expKPFF Consulting Engineers is an engineering design firm with a focus on innovative and sustainable solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. They are seeking a Senior Structural Project Engineer to lead building design projects, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development efforts in Central Texas. The role involves overseeing project execution, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality structural designs.
ConsultingLegal
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary technical and client-facing lead on structural projects, ensuring strong relationships and successful delivery
Lead project execution from schematic design through construction administration, managing schedules, budgets, quality standards, and team performance
Oversee and review structural analysis and design for steel, concrete, wood, and masonry building systems
Direct preparation of construction documents including calculations, drawings, specifications, and design narratives
Coordinate closely with architects, MEP consultants, contractors, fabricators, and specialty structural reviewers
Collaborate with teams in both Austin and San Diego, supporting projects across markets as part of our integrated reporting center structure
Navigate Texas jurisdictional approval processes and building code compliance, including: + International Building Code (IBC) and local amendments + City of Austin Development Services Department + Special inspections and threshold building coordination
Provide construction-phase support including shop drawing review, RFIs, site observations, and field coordination
Support business development efforts including proposals, interviews, and cultivating relationships with local clients and design partners
Mentor and develop engineers and designers, fostering both technical excellence and leadership growth
Represent KPFF in industry organizations and local professional groups, contributing to the visibility and reputation of the Austin team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis (Master's preferred)
PE license required
8+ years of structural engineering experience, primarily focused on building design
Proven experience managing multi-discipline building projects and coordinating consultant teams
Strong working knowledge of steel, concrete, wood, and masonry design
Experience applying national codes and standards including IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, NDS, and TMS specifications
Proficiency with structural analysis and design tools such as ETABS, RAM, RISA, SAFE, and project coordination platforms, with working familiarity drafting tools used by production teams
Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience mentoring staff engineers
Effective communicator with strong organizational and client-facing skills
Ability to work in the Austin office at least three days per week under the hybrid work model
Benefits
Medical Plan Options: PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering preventive care and prescriptions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Dental & Vision: Full preventive care plus coverage for major services.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary.
401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match required.
Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income.
Engineering License Support: Fee renewals, plus financial assistance for PE license applications and exams.
Company
KPFF Consulting Engineers
KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nikhil Kalghatgi
CFO
Blake D. Patsy, PE, SE
Managing Partner
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