Remote Structural Engineer – United States – Design the Future of Infrastructure

Join a forward‑thinking engineering team that delivers iconic, resilient structures from the comfort of your home office. We empower you to lead complex projects, collaborate with global talent, and shape skylines without ever commuting.

About the Role

As a Remote Structural Engineer, you will own the structural design lifecycle for commercial, institutional, and high‑rise projects across the United States. You will translate architectural concepts into safe, code‑compliant frameworks, perform advanced analysis using BIM‑integrated tools, and mentor junior engineers through virtual design reviews. This position offers full autonomy over your schedule while maintaining rigorous quality standards and client communication cadence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed structural designs for steel, concrete, timber, and hybrid systems.
• Conduct non‑linear finite element analysis, seismic assessment, and wind loading studies.
• Produce construction documents, specifications, and calculation packages ready for permitting.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers, and contractors via cloud‑based collaboration platforms.
• Lead virtual design coordination meetings and resolve RFIs in real time.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and local amendments.

Requirements

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state; ability to obtain comity licenses as needed.

Technical Expertise

• Minimum 7 years of progressive structural design experience on projects > $10 M.
• Proficiency in Revit Structure, Robot Structural Analysis, ETABS, SAP2000, and RAM Structural System.
• Strong command of BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or equivalent collaboration environments.
• Experience with performance‑based design, modular construction, and sustainable material specifications.

Soft Skills & Remote Readiness

• Excellent written and verbal communication for asynchronous and synchronous team interactions.
• Self‑directed time management with a proven track record of meeting milestones without on‑site supervision.
• Comfort presenting technical findings to non‑technical stakeholders via video conference.

Salary Range

$115,000 – $150,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience, licensure portfolio, and project complexity. Annual performance bonuses and profit‑sharing eligibility are included.

Benefits & Perks

• 100 % remote work with a $2,500 annual home‑office stipend for ergonomic furniture and high‑speed internet.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents.
• 401(k) match up to 5 % plus immediate vesting.
• Continuing education budget of $3,000 per year for conferences, certifications, and advanced software training.
• Flexible PTO policy (minimum 20 days) plus 10 paid holidays.
• Wellness program including mental‑health resources, fitness reimbursements, and quarterly virtual team‑building events.

Company Culture

Our firm is built on a culture of curiosity, accountability, and inclusive collaboration. Engineers are encouraged to publish technical papers, speak at industry webinars, and contribute to open‑source structural analysis libraries. Diversity of thought drives our most innovative solutions, and we actively recruit talent from underrepresented backgrounds to enrich our project perspectives.

How to Succeed in This Role

Success means delivering structurally sound, cost‑effective designs that exceed client expectations while adhering to schedule. You will thrive if you enjoy solving complex load‑path puzzles, leveraging the latest computational tools, and mentoring the next generation of engineers—all from a location of your choosing.