Senior Structural Engineer – Hydropower Focus

Barr Engineering Co.

Senior Structural Engineer specializing in hydropower projects at Barr Engineering Co. Leading multidisciplinary teams in structural analysis, design, and project management.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Colorado, Minnesota, Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

complete dam safety reviews, audits, and inspections as well as structural analysis and design for hydraulic structures
lead the planning, coordinating, and executing of projects
Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients
develop and maintain client relationships with dam, hydropower, and flood control clients; perform site inspections and minor construction observations

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor's degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with a structural emphasis (including structural analysis and steel and concrete design)
10 years of relevant experience
PE registration
ability and willingness to travel to client locations and other Barr offices on occasion
AutoCAD or Revit and structural engineering analysis software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or MathCAD
possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural analysisstructural designhydraulic structuressteel designconcrete designproject planningproject coordinationsite inspectionsconstruction observationsdam safety reviews

Soft Skills

client relationship managementcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam collaborationtime managementadaptabilityattention to detailproject management

Certifications

PE registrationbachelor's degree in structural engineeringbachelor's degree in civil engineering