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Principal Structural Engineer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering48 open roles

Pay
$125,000 – $200,000 a year
Where
Lombard, IL
Work mode
Hybrid
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  4. 22.1%14 days
  5. 37.2%30 days
  6. 59.1%60 days
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Valdes Architecture & Engineering median: 58 days open

The posting

Valdes Architecture & Engineering is seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership on complex industrial, power, manufacturing, and process facility projects. This role is ideal for an accomplished structural engineering professional who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems, mentoring high-performing teams, and partnering directly with clients to deliver innovative, practical solutions.

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you'll play a key role in project execution, business development, technical excellence, and the continued growth of our Structural Engineering practice.

What You Will Do

  • Lead the structural engineering design of complex industrial, manufacturing, process, and power generation facilities
  • Independently develop structural designs from concept through construction
  • Design steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation systems for a wide variety of industrial applications
  • Design shallow and deep foundations, underground concrete vaults, tunnels, pipe supports, pipe racks, equipment foundations, access platforms, support towers, stair systems, ladders, and structural framing systems
  • Develop innovative structural solutions for complex field conditions and retrofit projects
  • Perform structural evaluations and condition assessments of existing facilities
  • Perform advanced structural analysis using industry-standard software including RISA-3D and STAAD.Pro.
  • Interpret and apply domestic and international structural design codes and standards
  • Review structural calculations, construction documents, specifications, and design deliverables
  • Review reinforcement detailing, structural steel fabrication drawings, and vendor submittals
  • Serve as the Structural Discipline Lead on multidisciplinary engineering projects
  • Develop engineering budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and work-hour estimates
  • Manage project resources while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget expectations
  • Coordinate closely with civil, mechanical, electrical, piping, and process engineering teams
  • Collaborate with clients during project planning, scope development, and proposal preparation
  • Build and maintain trusted client relationships through technical excellence and responsive communication
  • Support business development initiatives and strategic growth opportunities
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture focused on continuous improvement and technical excellence
  • Perform site visits to verify existing conditions and support construction activities
  • Assist with resolving field engineering challenges and constructability issues
  • Travel for short- and long-term field assignments as project needs require

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture (Master's preferred)
  • 15+ years of structural engineering experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, process, or power generation projects
  • Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license required
  • Demonstrated experience leading structural engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams
  • Advanced knowledge of structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations, and industrial structures
  • Strong proficiency with RISA-3D, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
  • Experience preparing structural assessment and evaluation reports
  • Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and industry best practices
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills
  • Exceptional organizational and project management abilities
  • Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Why Valdes?

  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Power Generation & Energy
  • Chemical Processing
  • Oil & Gas
  • Life Sciences & Pharmaceuticals
  • Utilities
  • Infrastructure & Heavy Industrial Facilities

Why You Will Love This Role

  • Lead technically challenging, high-impact structural engineering projects
  • Collaborate with nationally recognized multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Mentor the next generation of structural engineers
  • Influence project strategy and business growth
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Opportunity to shape the future of Valdes' Structural Engineering practice

Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.

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