Senior Project Engineer - Dayton, Ohio

Overview

Lead structural design and analysis for low-rise buildings, mentoring team.

Key Responsibilities

• structural design
• design analysis
• revit modeling
• drawing review
• client calls
• team mentoring

Tasks

Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals to ensure compliance with design and safety standards. As a Project Engineer II (SPE) at DeSimone Consulting Engineering, you’ll play an essential role in driving the structural design process from concept through construction. Working alongside Project Managers, you’ll perform detailed analyses, develop structural plans and specifications, and ensure every project meets design intent, technical standards, and regulatory requirements. You’ll also mentor junior engineers and BIM technicians, coordinate across multidisciplinary teams, and engage directly with clients—helping to deliver exceptional, technically sound projects that reflect DeSimone’s commitment to engineering excellence. Apply knowledge of building codes, materials, and design criteria to ensure compliance and efficiency across all deliverables. Participate in client calls and meetings, offering technical input and supporting clear, professional communication. Conduct structural design and analysis using software such as Revit, RISA, ETABS, SAP, and RAM. Collaborate with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies to align designs with project goals. Prepare and review structural plans, specifications, and calculations with precision and accuracy. Lead and mentor junior engineers and BIM technicians, providing technical guidance and quality oversight. Maintain organized records of design decisions, calculations, and project documentation. Contribute to project budgeting, planning, and scheduling by providing accurate engineering input. -Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals to ensure compliance with design and safety standards. -Apply knowledge of building codes, materials, and design criteria to ensure compliance and efficiency across all deliverables. -Participate in client calls and meetings, offering technical input and supporting clear, professional communication. -Conduct structural design and analysis using software such as Revit, RISA, ETABS, SAP, and RAM. -Collaborate with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies to align designs with project goals. -Prepare and review structural plans, specifications, and calculations with precision and accuracy. -Lead and mentor junior engineers and BIM technicians, providing technical guidance and quality oversight. -Maintain organized records of design decisions, calculations, and project documentation. -Contribute to project budgeting, planning, and scheduling by providing accurate engineering input.

Requirements

• pe license
• revit
• autocad
• risa
• etabs
• 5 years

What You Bring

5-7 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably with building structures. Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and design principles. BS or MS in Civil or Structural Engineering. Proven ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to project leadership. Proficiency in Revit, and structural analysis software (RISA, ETABS, SAP, RAM). Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with client-facing experience. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in solving complex design challenges. -Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field and five (5) years of relevant experience in structural analysis and design of industrial, warehouse, distribution, and low-rise multi story buildings including project management. -Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field and seven (7) years of relevant experience in structural analysis and design of industrial, warehouse, distribution, and low-rise multi story buildings, including project management; or -5-7 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably with building structures. -Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and design principles. -Proficient in Microsoft Office. -Minimum 5 years of experience utilizing software packages such as RISA, ETABS, SAP, RAM. -Experience with Revit and AutoCAD -Deep knowledge of construction materials and methodologies. -Professional Engineer’s (PE) license. -Minimum 5 years of experience in performing and supervising the design and analysis of low and mid rise buildings. -BS or MS in Civil or Structural Engineering. -Proven ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to project leadership. -Extensive knowledge of local and national building codes and design practices. -Proficiency in Revit, and structural analysis software (RISA, ETABS, SAP, RAM). -Detail oriented with strong interpersonal, problem solving and team skills. -Proven drafting skills, exemplified by a portfolio of prior work. -Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress. -Master’s Degree in Civil, Structural Engineering or related field. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills with client-facing experience. -Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in solving complex design challenges. -Knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues. -Experience in precast and tilt-up buildings desired but not required.

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Benefits

As a Top Workplace and an ENR-ranked firm, we provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to make an impact—both in your career and in the community. If you’re passionate about innovation, eager to learn, and ready to grow, DeSimone is where your potential meets possibility. This position is classified as salaried, exempt. The hiring salary range for this role is anticipated to be $85,000-$100,000 dependent upon experience and qualifications. At DeSimone, we believe in transparency when it comes to salary and hourly rates for our job postings. Our pay range represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that we think, in good faith, we might be willing to pay, for the posted job in the specified location(s). Generous sign on bonus and relocation allowance! We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, offering mentorship, professional development, and exposure to groundbreaking technologies. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do—our open, inclusive environment empowers every team member to contribute ideas and shape the future of structural engineering. For this particular position, we expect to hire near the middle of the range. We understand that there may be rare and exceptional circumstances where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position. In these cases, we may consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

About Desimone Consulting Engineering

-Delivers high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions with a foundation built on passion and innovation. -A leader in providing structural, MEP, and civil engineering services. -Known for creating innovative designs and implementing complex solutions across various industries. -Expertise spans from commercial skyscrapers to industrial facilities and residential complexes. -Operates across multiple sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and transport. -Renowned for precision, attention to detail, and advanced technical expertise in all projects. -Leverages cutting-edge technology and software for engineering simulations and design modeling.

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