Structural Engineer in Minneapolis

Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer – Transportation

A well-established, employee-owned engineering and consulting organization is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its transportation team. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and long-term investment in its people. Employee-owners are empowered to shape their careers while delivering infrastructure solutions that positively impact communities.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will provide technical leadership on complex transportation structures projects, including bridges and related infrastructure. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams and play an active role in mentoring staff, supporting client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural design for steel, prestressed concrete, and cast-in-place concrete bridges
• Develop preliminary and final bridge plans
• Prepare quantities, cost estimates, and project specifications
• Design ancillary structures such as retaining walls, sign supports, and drainage elements
• Perform quality control reviews of structural designs and calculations
• Support proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across disciplines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis)
• 10+ years of experience in bridge and transportation structures design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD and DOT standards
• Experience supporting proposals and project planning

Why Consider This Role

• Employee-owned organization with a people-first culture
• Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities
• Collaborative, technically driven environment
• Flexible work culture and strong commitment to professional development

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Kathryn Jorgenson directly at 320-558-3659. Resumes may be confidentially sent to kathryn.jorgenson@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.