Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Zachry Group

Senior Structural Engineer leading structural design for complex Power and Industrial projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure project success and mentoring junior engineers.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeOmaha • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and provide technical guidance throughout the structural design and engineering process, frequently serving as the senior reviewer for calculations, models, and complex technical deliverables
Coordinate, review, and approve building and structural design plans, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and project standards
Serve as a technical mentor by providing discipline‑specific expertise, including the development and delivery of training for junior and mid‑level structural engineers
Prepare and review advanced engineering deliverables such as structural calculations and reports, technical studies and design narratives, tables, charts, and engineering summaries, sketches, cross‑sections, and 2D/3D structural illustrations
Develop comprehensive structural engineering reports and presentations that clearly communicate technical concepts, research findings, risks, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
Analyze data obtained during site investigations and contribute to the development of action plans addressing moderate‑ to high‑risk conditions, including constructability and geotechnical interfaces
Interface confidently and professionally with architects, consultants, clients, contractors, and internal leadership
Maintain full responsibility for the design and safety of temporary structures used during construction activities
Evaluate construction costs, environmental constraints, and regulatory requirements during planning, design, and risk analysis phases
Perform material take‑offs for steel and concrete on industrial and power generation projects
Develop and review technical specifications and scopes of work for structural steel, reinforced and mass concrete, geotechnical systems and construction materials
Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering methods, adapting established techniques where appropriate using sound professional judgment
Travel to project sites to conduct walkdowns, support construction activities, and assist with commissioning or field engineering efforts
Coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines, construction, procurement, and external partners to ensure work is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Zachry quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited four‑year university with a concentration in structural design
10+ years of structural engineering experience in Power and Industrial projects (minimum 7 years with PE registration)
Strong technical background in structural steel, reinforced concrete, and foundations for industrial facilities
Demonstrated experience working in fast‑paced EPC or design‑build project environments
Deep understanding of engineering, construction, and project execution principles
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future
Ability to relocate to Omaha, Nebraska within 30 days
Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
Structural Engineer (SE) license (preferred)
Proficiency with industry‑standard structural analysis software (preferred)
Familiarity with 3D design and visualization platforms such as Navisworks (preferred)
Experience supporting large capital industrial or power generation projects (preferred)
Strong understanding of project risk, constructability, and field execution challenges (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
High‑impact technical leadership role on complex Power and Industrial facilities
Opportunity to mentor and shape the development of junior engineers
Direct collaboration with construction and project leadership teams
Stable, long‑term project portfolio with a respected EPC organization

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural designstructural calculationstechnical studiesengineering reportsmaterial take-offsgeotechnical systemsengineering methodsproject execution principlesrisk analysisconstruction costs

Soft Skills

technical guidancementorshipcommunicationpresentation skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationadaptability

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Structural Engineer (SE)