Manpower Engineering is exclusively partnering with a very reputable, well-established and growing company in New Berlin, WI on a highly visible and direct hire/permanent Lead Structural Engineer position that offers strong growth potential and great work/life balance.
The company is one of Wisconsin's longest-standing and most trusted fully integrated design/build firms offering reliable construction services for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients, offering everything under one roof for renovation, expansion, and new construction projects.
Since the firm was founded 1959, the company's been building and reinforcing their leadership position, earning the trust of more than 1,500 clients along the way. Today, the company's moving forward into their 66 th year and beyond, stronger than ever.
The company's dedicated team of LEED-accredited Architects, Engineers, Project Managers, Estimators, Purchasing Agents, and Construction Managers is easy to work with, experienced and savvy. Many of their team members have been with them for 30 years or more, a testament to the company's longevity and stability that translates into reliability and great results for their clients.
With the company's Integrated Project Delivery approach, all clients have a single contract and a single point of contact for their entire project, streamlining the process and addressing every need from start to finish.
At the start of each project, the company gathers all the key players - their team, the client's team, and individual subcontractors - to solidify the client's vision, identify any possible challenges, and create an initial plan. They draft the architectural solution and budget estimate to get the job done, making any necessary refinements and adjustments along the way. With dedicated leadership and project management, the company brings the client's vision to life.
The company uses the latest in design/build materials and technologies to create appealing and efficient spaces, providing superior life cycle performance, optimal efficiency, and minimal maintenance - all at an outstanding value.
The company offers a very strong compensation plan, top-notch full benefits package, relocation assistance if needed.
JOB DESCRIPTION The company is a leading design-build firm with over 66 years of delivering quality, innovation, and integrity in commercial and industrial construction. They're seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join their in-house design team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of unique, challenging projects from concept through construction within a collaborative, integrated project delivery environment.
Position Overview: - As the Lead Structural Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and execution of structural systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, and recreational facilities. You'll collaborate closely with Architects, Project Managers, and Field Operations to ensure innovative, cost-effective, and code-compliant designs that align with client objectives and the company's design-build delivery model.
Why this company? - Stable, well-established firm with a strong pipeline of diverse projects.
- Collaborative, family-oriented company culture.
- Opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible work environment.
Responsibilities: - Design structural systems for new construction, additions, and renovations using steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
- Prepare construction documents including structural plans, details, specifications, and calculations.
- Perform structural analysis using software such as RISA, RAM, or similar.
- Coordinate with internal design team and external consultants.
- Review shop drawings and submittals; respond to RFIs and provide support during construction.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Participate in design meetings and client presentations as needed.
- Assist with estimating and value engineering during preconstruction.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. Master's Degree is a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred. Open to those that are eligible to take the exam or are scheduled to take it.
- Structural engineering experience.
- Experience in a design-build environment is a plus.
- The company uses AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A collaborative mindset with a passion for creative problem-solving and attention to detail.
