Structural Engineer

Description Let’s Do great things—Together At Shive-Hattery, we believe great design starts with great people. We’re a full-service architecture and engineering firm with a legacy of collaboration, innovation, and putting people first, our clients and each other. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas matter and your growth is supported, you’ll feel at home here. Why This Role Matters As a Structural Engineer with 5-10 years of experience you’ll play a key role in supporting the firm and shaping projects that make a difference—from concept through completion.

You’ll collaborate with talented teammates, contribute your expertise, and help us deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions for those we serve. What You’ll Do 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 You don’t need to check every box to succeed here.

If your experience aligns with many of the items below and you’re excited about the work we do, we encourage you to apply. 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. What will make you stand out Experience using 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software Our Commitment to You Great work happens when you feel secure in your future, confident in your support, and trusted to grow. That’s why our benefits support your health, financial stability, and life beyond work — including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) retirement savings, disability protection, wellness incentives, and flexibility.

When we succeed, you share in that success. Guided by truth, trust, mentoring, and care, we’re committed to helping you build a lasting career. Who We Are Shive-Hattery is a privately held architecture and engineering consulting firm with design offices across the United States. Here, you’ll work alongside multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated design solutions for clients across industries.

You’ll contribute to meaningful projects guided by our principle to design what matters and make our world a better place. You’re looking to build something great. So are we. Shive-Hattery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do n