Structural Engineer (6+ years experience)

KPFF Consulting Engineers · St. Louis · $50/hr (stated in the posting)

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Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

You'll be empowered to take on a range of responsibilities, including:

• Collaborating with a talented team of professionals to deliver cost-effective designs and innovative structural solutions for a wide array of building types and projects, ranging from new constructions to renovations and seismic evaluations.
• Showcasing your expertise by undertaking structural assessments, spanning various industries such as healthcare, commercial, and housing, and contributing to the development of impactful and sustainable design solutions.
• Utilizing your keen analytical skills and technical prowess to provide valuable input and recommendations regarding structural design and engineering challenges, ensuring the successful realization of our clients' vision and objectives.
• Engaging with cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices to continuously elevate the quality of our work, staying ahead of the curve and setting new standards for excellence in structural engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• PE or the ability to obtain licensure in the state of Missouri.
• A minimum of six years of experience in structural engineering, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects and demonstrating exceptional technical acumen.
• Proficiency in utilizing industry-standard software and tools for structural analysis and design, coupled with a deep understanding of engineering principles and best practices.
• A proven ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, alongside exemplary problem-solving and critical thinking skills to overcome complex engineering challenges.
• A passion for innovation and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, excellence, and client satisfaction, while thriving in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
• Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.

Why KPFF

• Culture and Benefits
• At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects.

KPFF Employee Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Choose between a traditional Open Access Plus (OAP) medical plan or a high-deductible OAP plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Savings Account Contribution: KPFF contributes $50 per paycheck to the HSA for employees enrolled in the eligible high-deductible medical plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance: KPFF pays the employee premium for dental and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Access to Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs for eligible pre-tax expenses
• Employer-Paid Insurance: KPFF provides short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and travel accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF automatically contributes 3% of your base salary, with no employee contribution required. Employer contributions are immediately vested, and employees may also make pre-tax or Roth contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and personal and sick time, with vacation accrual increasing based on tenure
• Paid Holidays: Company-observed holidays plus two floating holidays each year
• KPFF Paid Family Leave: Up to six weeks of paid family leave per year after meeting eligibility requirements
• Opportunity for Paid Overtime: Overtime is not mandatory, but employees may have opportunities to work additional hours based on project and team needs. When overtime is worked, those hours may be banked for future time off or paid out monthly.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.

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