Senior Structural Engineer

Overview

Lead structural design for complex projects, mentor staff, manage budgets and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• lead design
• design review
• shop drawings
• field support
• project planning
• quality control

Tasks

Assists in the planning, budgeting, scheduling, conducting or coordination of detailed phases of the engineering work on a project. Assists the Project Manager during all phases of a project. What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our true ownership program. At Walker, our equity-based model allows shareholders to directly benefit from the firm’s success, rather than a traditional ESOP that focuses only on stock appreciation. It’s a unique chance to grow with a company that values its people. What You'll Do· Assists in the planning, budgeting, scheduling, conducting or coordination of detailed phases of the engineering work on a project. · Serves as lead designer in engineering aspects of a project. · Assists in training Project Engineers. · Assists with the acquisition of technical support personnel. · Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice and may include a variety of complex features, including conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, or difficult coordination requirements. · Assists the Project Manager during all phases of a project. · Reviews drawings and specifications and recommends revisions where required. · Requests and monitors all data pertinent to the project design, including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information. · Reviews shop drawings for work they have designed. Responds to field questions on design. · Perform peer reviews. · Maintaining quality, budgets, schedules, etc. What You BringEducation Requirements:· Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University, Master's degree preferred.Other Requirements:· 10 years of project engineering and management experience.· Registered PE or SE – or the ability to obtain license in 1 year. · Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems. · Solid knowledge of structural engineering.· Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.Nice-to-have Skills and Experience:· Experience in the design and construction of parking garages.We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including: Annual discretionary bonus program Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insuranceMental wellness benefits Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 529 college savings plan A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs Paid community involvement hours Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional membershipsInternal conferences and professional development opportunitiesEmployee Resource Groups and Affinity GroupsWhy Walker Consultants? Walker Consultants holds a storied legacy in parking design, tracing back to its inception in 1965 as a trailblazer in structural engineering and parking design. Drawing from decades of expertise, the company's position as an industry leader is firmly established. By the 1980s, Walker had risen to prominence as the premier parking consulting firm in the United States, offering employees the unique opportunity to contribute to and learn from a distinguished and successful team. With an unwavering commitment to visionary design, Walker’s team of experts focuses on creating parking facilities that remain relevant and functional for years to come, providing an intellectually stimulating and fulfilling environment. In the face of a swiftly evolving landscape driven by ride apps, novel mobility choices, autonomous and electric vehicles, and sustainability imperatives, our role at the forefront of designing adaptable, efficient, and future-proof parking structures reflects our embrace of innovation and change. As a creative professional within our ranks, you'll contribute your expertise to shaping aesthetically pleasing, technologically advanced parking facilities, encompassing the broader impact of urban planning, traffic management, and sustainability. Join Us! We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Compensation & Benefits At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. For this role, the estimated base salary range is $105,000 – $125,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process. Serves as lead designer in engineering aspects of a project. In this role, you'll lead the charge on structural design, guiding projects from concept to completion with a focus on parking structures, retaining walls, foundations, and more. Whether you're conducting in-depth field investigations or steering the analysis and documentation of critical systems, your expertise will elevate every phase of the project lifecycle.You’ll mentor and inspire junior engineers, influence project outcomes, and play a key role in business development — helping Walker continue to grow and deliver excellence to our clients. If you're ready to make your mark in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.What Sets Us Apart?Walker is 100% employee-owned! Join us and become part of a company where you have a direct stake in our success. What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our true ownership program. At Walker, our equity-based model allows shareholders to directly benefit from the firm’s success, rather than a traditional ESOP that focuses only on stock appreciation. It’s a unique chance to grow with a company that values its people. What You'll Do· Assists in the planning, budgeting, scheduling, conducting or coordination of detailed phases of the engineering work on a project. · Serves as lead designer in engineering aspects of a project. · Assists in training Project Engineers. · Assists with the acquisition of technical support personnel. · Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice and may include a variety of complex features, including conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, or difficult coordination requirements. · Assists the Project Manager during all phases of a project. · Reviews drawings and specifications and recommends revisions where required. · Requests and monitors all data pertinent to the project design, including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information. · Reviews shop drawings for work they have designed. Responds to field questions on design. · Perform peer reviews. · Maintaining quality, budgets, schedules, etc. What You BringEducation Requirements:· Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University, Master's degree preferred.Other Requirements:· 10 years of project engineering and management experience.· Registered PE or SE – or the ability to obtain license in 1 year. · Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems. · Solid knowledge of structural engineering.· Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.Nice-to-have Skills and Experience:· Experience in the design and construction of parking garages.We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including: Annual discretionary bonus program Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insuranceMental wellness benefits Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 529 college savings plan A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs Paid community involvement hours Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional membershipsInternal conferences and professional development opportunitiesEmployee Resource Groups and Affinity GroupsWhy Walker Consultants? Walker Consultants holds a storied legacy in parking design, tracing back to its inception in 1965 as a trailblazer in structural engineering and parking design. Drawing from decades of expertise, the company's position as an industry leader is firmly established. By the 1980s, Walker had risen to prominence as the premier parking consulting firm in the United States, offering employees the unique opportunity to contribute to and learn from a distinguished and successful team. With an unwavering commitment to visionary design, Walker’s team of experts focuses on creating parking facilities that remain relevant and functional for years to come, providing an intellectually stimulating and fulfilling environment. In the face of a swiftly evolving landscape driven by ride apps, novel mobility choices, autonomous and electric vehicles, and sustainability imperatives, our role at the forefront of designing adaptable, efficient, and future-proof parking structures reflects our embrace of innovation and change. As a creative professional within our ranks, you'll contribute your expertise to shaping aesthetically pleasing, technologically advanced parking facilities, encompassing the broader impact of urban planning, traffic management, and sustainability. Join Us! We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Compensation & Benefits At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. For this role, the estimated base salary range is $105,000 – $125,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process. Reviews shop drawings for work they have designed. Responds to field questions on design. Maintaining quality, budgets, schedules, etc. You’ll mentor and inspire junior engineers, influence project outcomes, and play a key role in business development — helping Walker continue to grow and deliver excellence to our clients. If you're ready to make your mark in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you. Requests and monitors all data pertinent to the project design, including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information. Assists in training Project Engineers. Perform peer reviews. Assists with the acquisition of technical support personnel. Reviews drawings and specifications and recommends revisions where required. What You'll Do· Assists in the planning, budgeting, scheduling, conducting or coordination of detailed phases of the engineering work on a project. · Serves as lead designer in engineering aspects of a project. · Assists in training Project Engineers. · Assists with the acquisition of technical support personnel. · Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice and may include a variety of complex features, including conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, or difficult coordination requirements. · Assists the Project Manager during all phases of a project. · Reviews drawings and specifications and recommends revisions where required. · Requests and monitors all data pertinent to the project design, including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information. · Reviews shop drawings for work they have designed. Responds to field questions on design. · Perform peer reviews. · Maintaining quality, budgets, schedules, etc. What You BringEducation Requirements:· Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University, Master's degree preferred.Other Requirements:· 10 years of project engineering and management experience.· Registered PE or SE – or the ability to obtain license in 1 year. · Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems. · Solid knowledge of structural engineering.· Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.Nice-to-have Skills and Experience:· Experience in the design and construction of parking garages.We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including: Annual discretionary bonus program Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insuranceMental wellness benefits Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 529 college savings plan A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs Paid community involvement hours Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional membershipsInternal conferences and professional development opportunitiesEmployee Resource Groups and Affinity GroupsWhy Walker Consultants? Walker Consultants holds a storied legacy in parking design, tracing back to its inception in 1965 as a trailblazer in structural engineering and parking design. Drawing from decades of expertise, the company's position as an industry leader is firmly established. By the 1980s, Walker had risen to prominence as the premier parking consulting firm in the United States, offering employees the unique opportunity to contribute to and learn from a distinguished and successful team. With an unwavering commitment to visionary design, Walker’s team of experts focuses on creating parking facilities that remain relevant and functional for years to come, providing an intellectually stimulating and fulfilling environment. In the face of a swiftly evolving landscape driven by ride apps, novel mobility choices, autonomous and electric vehicles, and sustainability imperatives, our role at the forefront of designing adaptable, efficient, and future-proof parking structures reflects our embrace of innovation and change. As a creative professional within our ranks, you'll contribute your expertise to shaping aesthetically pleasing, technologically advanced parking facilities, encompassing the broader impact of urban planning, traffic management, and sustainability. Join Us! We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Compensation & Benefits At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. For this role, the estimated base salary range is $105,000 – $125,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process. Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice and may include a variety of complex features, including conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, or difficult coordination requirements.

Requirements

• pe license
• structural degree
• 10+ years
• structural knowledge
• parking garages
• communication

What You Bring

Registered PE or SE – or the ability to obtain license in 1 year. What You BringEducation Requirements:· Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University, Master's degree preferred.Other Requirements:· 10 years of project engineering and management experience.· Registered PE or SE – or the ability to obtain license in 1 year. · Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems. · Solid knowledge of structural engineering.· Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.Nice-to-have Skills and Experience:· Experience in the design and construction of parking garages.We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including: Annual discretionary bonus program Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insuranceMental wellness benefits Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 529 college savings plan A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs Paid community involvement hours Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional membershipsInternal conferences and professional development opportunitiesEmployee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University, Master's degree preferred. Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems. Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary. Experience in the design and construction of parking garages. 10 years of project engineering and management experience. Solid knowledge of structural engineering.

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Benefits

-Internal conferences and professional development opportunities -5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times -Paid community involvement hours -9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays -Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! -Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance -Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships -Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs -Annual discretionary bonus program -Mental wellness benefits -401(k) with company match -529 college savings plan -Health Savings Account with company contribution -A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year -Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts -100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves

About Walker Consultants

-Develops solutions for complex parking challenges across various industries. -Integrated approach blending engineering, planning, and architectural services. -Provides expertise in both above-ground and underground parking systems. -Focuses on efficient space utilization and sustainable parking solutions. -Recognized for advanced technologies and data-driven solutions to optimize parking operations. -Collaborates with clients to design creative parking solutions that enhance urban spaces.

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