Sr. Structural Engineer-Structural Practice Leader in Columbus, Ohio at EDG Inc

Job Opening Details

Industry *Industrial Services
Position Sr. Structural Engineer-Structural Practice Leader
Req Code 3015
General Location Columbus
Primary Responsibilities

RequisitionNumber: 3015

JobTitle: Sr. Structural Engineer-Structural Practice Leader

DateOpened: 9/9/2026

Location:Columbus,OH

Industry: Industrial

Department:Civil& Structural Engineering

EmploymentType: Full-Time Regular

Part-TimeAvailable: No

Eligiblefor US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSAExemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

JobSummary:

The Senior Structural Engineer (PE) will serve as thetechnical and operational leader for the Structural Engineering practice withinEDG's Columbus, Ohio office. This role combines hands-on engineering, projectleadership, business development support, mentoring, and practice developmentresponsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishingand growing a structural engineering team that mirrors the capabilities,quality standards, and execution excellence demonstrated throughout EDG's otheroffices.

This position requires a licensed Professional Engineerwith strong experience in industrial facilities and infrastructure. Primarymarket sectors include power generation, electric transmission anddistribution, bulk material handling, and oil & gas facilities. Theindividual will provide technical leadership for structural engineeringprojects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical,safe, and cost-effective solutions.

The Senior Structural Engineer will be expected to helpexpand EDG's presence in the Midwest region through client development,proposal support, recruitment, staff mentoring, and successful projectexecution.

JobDuties and Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

Serve as Engineer of Record for structuralengineering projects or portions of projects and provide final technical reviewand approval of design deliverables;

Lead structural engineering design activitiesfor industrial facilities, power generation plants, substations, transmissioninfrastructure, bulk material handling facilities, and oil & gas facilities;

Perform structural analysis and design for: structuralsteel buildings and frames, equipment support structures, pipe racks, conveyorgalleries and transfer towers, substation and transmission support structures, industrialconcrete structures, foundations and retaining structures and/or existingstructure evaluations and modifications;

Ensure designs comply with applicable codesincluding: IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, OSHA requirements and local building codesand client specifications;

Develop design criteria, engineeringcalculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents;

Lead field investigations, site assessments,condition evaluations, and structural inspections;

Provide technical guidance and quality oversightto other structural engineers, designers, and drafters.

Leadership Expectations

The selected candidate will beexpected to:

Become the technical leader for structuralengineering services within the Columbus office;

Establish a sustainable structural engineeringteam capable of supporting regional, national, and international projects;

Promote consistency with EDG's existingstructural engineering standards, tools, and processes;

Contribute to strategic business growthinitiatives;

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients andproject teams;

Represent EDG professionally at client meetings,industry events, and professional organizations;

Help position EDG as a preferred engineeringpartner within the power, T&D, bulk material handling, and oil & gasmarkets.

Structural Practice Development

Establish and grow the Columbus structuralengineering practice in alignment with EDG's corporate standards and bestpractices;

Assist in developing strategic plans forstaffing, service offerings, and market expansion;

Collaborate with leadership to identify growthopportunities within target industries;

Help establish structural engineering tools,workflows, procedures, standards, and quality management processes;

Support recruiting efforts and participate ininterviewing, hiring, and onboarding structural engineering personnel;

Build and mentor a team of structural engineersand designers to support office growth.

Project Management and Client Engagement

Serve as a lead technical resource formultidisciplinary project teams;

Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, andengineering work plans;

Support proposals, project estimates, andbusiness development activities;

Interface directly with clients to understandproject requirements and develop engineering solutions;

Participate in client presentations, technicaldiscussions, and project meetings;

Develop and maintain strong relationships withexisting and prospective clients;

Identify opportunities for repeat business andadditional engineering services.

Collaboration and Mentorship

Mentor junior and mid-level engineers intechnical design, project execution, and professional development;

Participate in performance evaluations andcareer development planning;

Foster a culture of technical excellence,collaboration, and continuous improvement;

Promote safety, quality, and accountabilitythroughout all project activities.

Other

Drug Free Workplace
EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug free workplace. Applicants are subject to both pre-employment hair and urine drug screens. Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing which may include both hair and urine drug screens.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.