Senior Structural Engineer

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Wilsonville, OR (On-Site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Interior & Exterior Construction Cold-Formed Steel Commercial Projects

About the Role

Our client is a leading national contractor specializing in high-quality interior and exterior construction systems, including drywall, prefabrication, acoustical solutions, metal studs, fireproofing, stucco, cladding, painting, and advanced architectural assemblies.

This role requires a licensed Professional Engineer with strong experience in cold-formed steel (CFS) framing systems, who can create detailed structural drawings and collaborate directly with project managers, foremen, and field superintendents.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare structural engineering drawings for CFS framing systems (curtain walls, partitions, ceilings, load-bearing walls, prefabricated panels).

• Perform calculations and prepare engineering packages for submission to design teams and local authorities.

• Apply AISI, AISC, IBC, and ASCE standards; calculate wind and seismic loads.

• Lead and mentor engineering and drafting team members; support technical development.

• Attend project meetings and coordinate with architects, engineers of record, and contractors.

• Support field operations by interpreting drawings, preparing layout sketches, and responding to engineering clarifications.

• Participate in bid reviews and assist estimating teams on new projects.

• Review engineering work of internal team members and ensure quality & compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years experience in cold-formed steel design.

• Licensed PE in at least one U.S. state (SE or multi-state licensure preferred).

• Proficient in Revit, RISA, CFS Designer, or similar structural software.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and trade drawings.

• Strong communication, independent judgment, and priority management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SE license or multi-state PE/SE capability.

• Local to Oregon (relocation assistance available).

• Experience in prefabrication, modular construction, or data center projects.