Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure.
6+ years of structural engineering experience, ideally within a consulting environment.
Strong background in analytical modeling and detailing of advanced engineering concepts including steel, concrete, timber, seismic, and specialty structures.
Ability to develop innovative engineering solutions independently.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and apply advanced engineering concepts to structural problems.
Develop clear deliverables and communication for clients.
Coordinate proactively with architects, contractors, and other experts.
Contribute to project proposals and demonstrate technical excellence to clients.
Engage in collaboration focused on sustainability and resilience in engineering practices.
See beyond tasks to influence structural outcomes and client value.
Mentor and guide earlier-career engineers.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare.
Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time.
Tuition Reimbursement for continued education.
Commuter Transit benefits where applicable.
401k retirement savings with company matching on contributions.
Fitness Reimbursement and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Your Role
If you're a structural engineer who wants bigger challenges, more technical depth, and a clear runway toward becoming a recognized expert, Thornton Tomasetti is the place where that trajectory happens. Our Senior Project Engineers don't just execute; they innovate, influence, and accelerate toward technical leadership while shaping some of the world's most complex structures. You'll join a global collective of engineers who treat structural design as both science and craft. You will be trusted with meaningful responsibility and will grow your expertise faster because our environment is built for developing exceptional engineers into industry leaders.
What You'll Do
Independently evaluate, adapt, and apply advanced engineering concepts to challenging structural problems, often devising new or customized solutions.
Develop deliverables that communicate clearly with clients.
Proactively coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and internal experts, expanding your network and influence across the industry.
Contribute to proposals and represent TT's technical excellence with clients.
Engage in internal collaboration with colleagues focused on sustainability, resilience, forensics, renewal, protective design, and more.
Build the leadership quality of seeing beyond tasks to how structural decisions shape outcomes, innovation, and long-term client value.
Mentor earlier-career engineers, enhancing your ability to influence and elevate a team.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure.
6+ years of structural engineering experience, ideally within a consulting environment.
Strong background in analytical modeling, detailing, and advanced engineering concepts (steel, concrete, timber, seismic, tall buildings, specialty structures, etc.).
Ability to independently develop engineering approaches, solve novel challenges, and demonstrate the curiosity and initiative to grow into a technical leader.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Transit (where available)
401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
Fitness Reimbursement
And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
About Thornton Tomasetti
Thornton Tomasetti is an engineering and design firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the construction industry. The company's services include structural engineering, façade engineering, sustainability consulting, and more. Thornton Tomasetti is committed to providing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges, and has worked on some of the world's most iconic buildings. The company was founded in 1956 and is based in New York, NY.
