Senior Structural Engineer - Local Roots, National Impact

The Opportunity KPFF is seeking an experienced, growth-oriented Senior Structural Engineer to join our expanding Columbus office. This is an opportunity to continue building an established career while helping shape the future of a growing team and practice. In this role, you will lead a diverse portfolio of structural projects from concept through construction, establish and help maintain existing client relationships, and collaborate with our engineers and BIM professionals across KPFF.

Supported by local and national leadership, you will contribute to impactful work both locally and nationally while having the autonomy to grow your career in the direction that matters most to you, whether that is technical leadership, project management, mentorship, or business development. At KPFF, we believe careers are built through opportunity, collaboration, and trust — not rigid corporate ladders.

We invest heavily in mentorship and leadership development, creating an environment where engineers can grow professionally while maintaining meaningful work-life integration. What You’ll Do In this senior-level structural engineering role, you will:

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of structural engineering projects from concept through construction
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, and team resources
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor for engineers and BIM professionals
• Collaborate closely with clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions
• Oversee engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards
• Participate in structural assessments, feasibility studies, and site investigations, as needed
• Help foster a collaborative, mentorship-driven culture focused on technical excellence and long-term growth
• Support KPFF’s vision of building strong teams, exceptional client relationships, and impactful engineering solutions

Professional Background

• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering , Masters preferred
• 8 or more years of progressive structural engineering experience, including leadership of complex projects and direct client interaction.
• A strong background in project management, working alongside owners, contractors, and other engineering disciplines
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, RAM, and RISA 3D
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC design standards
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for leadership, mentorship, and business growth
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Who We Are At KPFF, we believe great engineering starts with great people. As a nationally recognized, employee-owned engineering firm, we deliver impactful projects across the country while staying deeply connected to the communities we serve. Our Columbus team offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to continue building an established career close to home while working on innovative, high-profile projects nationwide.

Whether you are looking to return to Columbus, deepen your local roots, or take the next step in your leadership journey, KPFF offers the reach and technical depth of a national firm with the culture and flexibility of a local team. At KPFF, careers are shaped by initiative, mentorship, and leadership, not rigid corporate ladders.

We invest heavily in developing future leaders through hands-on mentorship, technical collaboration, and opportunities to grow your career in the direction that matters most to you. Learn more at kpff.com .