• Job Description

  Req#: 18978

  Overview

  Kimley-Horn is seeking a talented and experienced Structural Engineering Leader with 12+ years of experience to join our Building Structures team in Seattle. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovative building projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and make a lasting impact in a people-first, growth-oriented firm. At Kimley-Horn, we put people first. We’re consistently ranked among the best firms to work for, with a culture that supports your career growth and rewards innovation and leadership.

  Responsibilities

  As a Structural Engineering Leader in our growing Seattle office, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of building projects—ranging from data center, commercial, and industrial through to healthcare and multi-family.

  You will:

  • Deliver exceptional client service
  • Develop and grow new and existing client relationships in Seattle, PNW, and West Coast Markets.
  • Collaborate with other leaders to develop an action a growth plan for Structural Engineering practice in Seattle and greater PNW
  • Lead, develop, recruit, and mentor junior and mid-level staff.
  • Act as Structural EoR, Structural Discipline Lead, or Project Manager on projects
  • Lead structural design and analysis for new and existing buildings, including rehab, repairs, and site structures
  • Collaborate with owners, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored engineering solutions
  • Manage timelines, budgets, and client relationships
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, codes, and standards—and integrate them into every design
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders, including preparing project reports and presentations

  Qualifications

  • Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Washington with ability to get licensure in California and Oregon preferred.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s (preferred) in Civil / Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Proficiency in industry standard structural analysis and documentation tools (CSi Suite, REVIT, Rhino, Bluebeam, etc)
  • Strong command of building codes, structural systems, and engineering best practices
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and project management skills
  • Detail-oriented, creative problem solver, and client-focused mindset
  • Experience in Performance Based Design or Computational Design is a bonus.

  Salary Detail:

  • $150k-$220k
  • Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation

  Why Kimley-Horn?

  At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

  Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

  • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
  • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
  • Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

• About the company

  Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is an American planning, surveying, engineering, and design consulting firm.

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