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Structural Engineer

8/7/2025

The Structural Engineer will lead the structural design portion of projects, making design recommendations and overseeing the completion and quality of project documentation. They will also mentor team members and interact with clients and contractors on ongoing projects.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
As an architecture and engineering consulting firm, Shive-Hattery goes beyond traditional design. With deep knowledge of your business, we deliver customized solutions while providing support as an extension of your staff. It's more than just a one-time transaction; we cultivate relationships. To be your trusted advisor is the highest honor and our ultimate goal.
About the Role

Description


Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In total, the firm has 16 offices across the US. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location.


Shive-Hattery's Quad Cities (Bettendorf IA) office has an immediate opportunity for a Structural Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience in the design and leadership of structural engineering projects. 

  • Design projects as a structural engineer for industrial, commercial and education projects of various sizes with the main focus on industrial projects. 
  • Work with experienced engineers and technicians while coordinating work within multi-discipline teams. The majority of efforts will focus on our long-standing Industrial clients who we work with locally and nationally.
  • Lead the structural design portion of projects, make design recommendations and decisions, and oversee the completion and quality of construction drawings, specifications, reports and other project documentation.
  • Establish and manage structural scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Mentor and teach other team members.
  • Lead the structural design of a project from schematic design through construction documents for both single-discipline and multi-discipline projects.
  • Interact with and be a representative of the company with clients and contractors as it relates to on-going projects.
  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Manage shop drawing reviews and field data collection. 


Requirements


  • Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program
  • Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience in the design and leadership of structural engineering projects.  
  • License/Certification: Professional Engineer licensure in Iowa or the ability for immediate licensure in Iowa.
  • Autodesk Revit experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office is required
  • Structural design experience using concrete, steel, and masonry. Wood design would be a plus.
  • Experience and willingness to provide direction to young engineers and designers, along with collaborating with other disciplines.
  • Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
  • Must have good attention to detail.
  • Possess good oral and written communication skills, and comfortable presenting design solutions to Owners.
  • Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle, climb ladders and work off of elevated platforms and open grating, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites
  •  Pass drug and background screenings required for work at most client sites 

Preferred Qualifications:


Experience using 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software


 Why Shive-Hattery? You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.
At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.
We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.


Benefit Highlights:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
  • Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
  • FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
  • 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
  • Overtime Bonus
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • First Time License Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
  • …And Many More!

  

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

  • At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

Key Skills
Structural EngineeringDesign LeadershipProject ManagementMentoringCommunicationAttention to DetailAutodesk RevitMicrosoft OfficeConcrete DesignSteel DesignMasonry DesignWood Design3D SoftwareCollaborationTime ManagementField Data CollectionShop Drawing Reviews
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionVoluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Insurance PlansFSAPaid HolidaysPTOPaid Parental Leave401K/Roth 401K with Company MatchOvertime BonusProfit Sharing BonusFirst Time License BonusTuition ReimbursementLicensure/Certification Financial SupportProfessional Development OpportunitiesCalm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
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