Project Engineer Structural
Company: MSA Professional Services, Inc.
Role summary
Project Engineer Structural is a role at MSA Professional Services, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida, United States (hybrid). Posted 2026-08-18. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Project Engineer Structural
- Company
- MSA Professional Services, Inc.
- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida, United States
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-18
MSA Professional Services is looking for a structural project engineer to take on a variety of meaningful community-focused projects while working alongside a supportive, employee-owned team. You’ll enjoy a great balance of professional autonomy and mentorship, making this an ideal spot if you want to see your designs come to life in the real world.
Job description
Overview
Project Engineer – Structural (Building Structures)
Design the structures that shape communities. Lead projects that matter.
MSA is seeking a Project Engineer – Structural to lead the planning and design of impactful building structures serving municipalities and infrastructure clients. This role focuses on projects such as municipal buildings, water and wastewater facilities, waterfront structures, parks & recreation facilities, or tank design — projects that directly support thriving, resilient communities.
If you’re a licensed PE or SE who thrives on technical complexity, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to lead meaningful projects from concept through construction, this is your opportunity.
This hybrid on onsite role can be based out of our Jacksonville or Sarasota FL offices.
Who we are:
For over 100 years, MSA has helped shape communities through engineering excellence. What began in 1919 with a single practitioner in Baraboo, Wisconsin, has grown into a robust firm of over 500 employee owners across the U.S.
Our purpose is simple: to make communities stronger, safer, and more sustainable. We believe in the power of relationships, trust, and doing the right thing — and we take pride in seeing our work come to life.
At MSA, we understand that great work happens when you contribute great value, and maintain a balanced life and career. That’s why we offer:
Employee Ownership = True Investment : MSA is a 100% employee-owned firm. That means when you join our team, you’re not just doing a job — you’re building your legacy and sharing in the success of the firm.
A Culture of Mentorship and Collaboration : Work alongside a talented, cross-disciplinary team that values mentorship, professional development, and team success.
A flex time program that empowers you to manage your schedule — because life doesn’t always fit inside 9 to 5
A flexible work environment , including hybrid and remote options where possible, to support your productivity and well-being
Responsibilities
Structural Design & Technical Delivery
Lead structural design for municipal, water and wastewater, waterfront, parks and recreation, tank, and other infrastructure and building projects
Perform and review structural engineering calculations and analyses for steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and other structural systems as applicable to project needs
Develop structural plans, details, specifications, technical reports, and construction documents
Evaluate design alternatives and develop practical, constructible solutions that meet project requirements
Coordinate structural designs with architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, process, and other engineering disciplines
Maintain accountability for technical accuracy and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and QA/QC requirements
Project Execution & Construction Support
Lead assigned project components through planning, design, bidding, and construction with minimal oversight
Monitor scope, schedule, and budget for assigned work and proactively communicate project needs or concerns
Perform field investigations to document existing structural conditions and support rehabilitation or modification projects
Provide construction-phase support, including site visits, submittal reviews, responses to RFIs, and resolution of field-related technical issues
Coordinate and review work completed by junior engineers, designers, and technical support staff
Client & Team Collaboration
Communicate directly with clients and project stakeholders to coordinate deliverables, resolve technical issues, and provide project updates
Lead or participate in client and project team meetings
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural solutions into overall project designs
Build technical credibility and strong client relationships through responsive communication and high-quality work
Support proposals, project pursuits, and business development activities as opportunities arise
Mentorship & Professional Development
Mentor graduate engineers and junior staff through technical guidance, work review, and ongoing feedback
Share structural engineering knowledge and best practices across project teams
Contribute to continuous improvement, quality initiatives, and technical development within the Structural team
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
Structural engineering emphasis preferred
Experience
Minimum of 4 years of relevant post-graduate structural engineering experience required
Experience designing structural systems for buildings, municipal infrastructure, water/wastewater facilities, waterfront structures, tanks, or similar projects preferred
Licensure
Florida Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license required
Multi-state licensure may be required based on project assignments
Skills
Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, building codes, design standards, and construction practices
Experience performing structural calculations and developing construction documents
Proficiency with structural analysis/design software and CADD/BIM platforms applicable to structural engineering
Ability to lead project components and coordinate effectively across multiple disciplines
Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and client-facing skills
Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical and constructible solutions
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple project demands
Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
Understanding of project scope, schedules, budgets, and the relationship between t
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