Senior Structural Designer

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is in search of Senior Structural Designer in Santa Maria, CA to work independently on small and medium projects, and as a team leader of larger projects responsible for work of Structural Designers. The Senior Structural Designer will be able to evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project.

Your Responsibilities

Independently complete calculations and drawings for small and medium projects

Development of job specific specifications independently for less complex projects

Lead junior engineers in complex projects

Works with and coordinates with architectural interiors, and other engineering disciplines

Independently perform Construction Administration duties including completing field observations reports, responding to RFIs, submittal reviews, and evaluating contractor change orders

Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.

Communicate design issues and solutions with the design team and Owner clients

Understanding industry standard design processes and understanding of construction means and methods

Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects to clients on time, on budget, and at a high level of client service

Nurtures existing client relationships.

Assist with development of design standards

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes

Strong knowledge of structural systems, seismic design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards

Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively

Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule

Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and in team settings

Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought

Healthcare experience is preferred, specific knowledge with OSHPD / HCAI is preferred

Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.

Education and Experience

Minimum of 5 years of related work and / or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, Master’s degree preferred

Professional Engineering license is required, Structural Engineering license is preferred

Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit)

Experience with general business software (Microsoft Office suite)

Experience with industry standard Structural Engineering software (CSI, RISA, RAM, etc.)

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 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

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. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range :

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 100,000.00 - Max Salary $ 145,000.00

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) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, 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 time off.

Temporary / casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

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 | CA | Santa Maria

Organization : 2045 Buildings-US California Engineering-Santa Maria CA

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 05 / 11 / 2025 06 : 11 : 37

Req ID : 1002925

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