Stantec

Structural Engineer - Transportation

Stantec$90K — $131K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Minnesota preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • Proficient in Microstation and relevant design software.
  • Strong understanding of project document production and related codes.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects.
  • Review and seal own work or the work of others.
  • Manage design and construction of projects, providing structural input.
  • Lead team members in project-related efforts.
  • Conduct quality assurance and control on structural design elements.
  • Prepare construction contract documents and project proposals.
  • Attend client and stakeholder meetings for project understanding.

Benefits

  • Access to medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.
  • Paid family leave and short-term/long-term disability plans.
  • Ten paid holidays each year, plus 10-20 vacation days and sick leave.
Full Job Description
Our Minneapolis Transportation group seeks a Structural Engineer to join its growing team. The Structural Engineer should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for projects including bridges and other transportation structures.

They will work on plans and designs of structural engineering projects such as bridges, highway interchanges, roadway reconstruction, railroad infrastructure and public spaces. Provides resources and schedules in response to specified completion dates and technical applications. Prepares proposals and cost estimates and evaluates all project progress and recommends changes, if needed, in final procedures.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Performs complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects
  • Responsible for the review and sealing of own projects or the work of the others
  • Manages the design and construction of projects, and provides structural engineering input
  • Manages and leads other team members while working on projects
  • Conducts quality assurance and quality control on structural design elements and projects
  • Prepares construction contract documents, project proposals, change orders, plans and reports
  • Performs calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
  • Attends client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client's goals
  • Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions
  • Monitors own work and that of project team to ensure budgets and schedules are being met
  • Trains less experienced team members in day-to-day activities including routine technical design, processing and company procedures
  • Utilizes relevant software programs to prepare exhibits and complex working drawings
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Thorough understanding of all phases of project document production
  • Thorough understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions
  • Proficient in Microstation and other relevant design software
  • Knowledgeable in the fundamentals of finite-element analysis (FEA) and how FEA can be applied to complex structural engineering problems
  • Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
  • Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
  • Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
  • Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
  • Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others
  • Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures

Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering required, Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
  • Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer and Licensed Structural Engineer in Minnesota preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience is required.

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range:
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$90,900.00 - $131,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis
Organization: BC-1736 Transpt-US North Central
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/08/2026 09:08:38
Req ID: 1007139

About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1954
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