Structural Project Engineer | Urbandale, IA

Join IMEG as a Structural Project Engineer in Urbandale, Iowa, where you’ll lead design efforts and collaborate with senior staff to deliver innovative structural solutions for buildings and other structures. As a key member of our Structural team, you’ll manage low to moderate complexity projects, support larger initiatives, and provide engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight. Advance your career by working on impactful projects and mentoring cross‑functional teams in a dynamic, client‑focused environment.

• Lead design efforts for the analysis and design of structural systems using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build strong professional relationships.
• Support project execution by planning, budgeting, scheduling, documenting design decisions and monitoring progress and fee expenditure.
• Analyze engineering problems, propose innovative solutions, and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants.
• Conduct in‑process design reviews and implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry and client standards.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in structural engineering; contribute to research and innovation.
• Prioritize safety and ethical conduct in all engineering work.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Identify potential project problems and seek guidance from the Project Manager.
• Oversee projects from conception through construction, including developing designs, construction documents, and participating in construction administration duties such as reviewing submittals, RFIs, and conducting site observations.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required.
• Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
• Structural Engineer (SE) License and/or pass the Structural Engineer (SE) Exam required.
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry.
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools and concepts involved in production of technical plans and specifications.
• Strong technical and analytical skills including principles of mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, and design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures.
• Strong training and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency with industry standard engineering software and tools including structural engineering design and analysis software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing to individuals or groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills.
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency in the use of Building Information Model software.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 15% with occasional overnight stays. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Salary Range: $92,000 - $123,000 depending on experience.

IMEG puts people first with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects and shape the communities we serve. Work with advanced BIM tools, contribute to high‑profile structural projects and engage in continuous learning with industry leaders.

• Contribute to structural projects across diverse markets including healthcare, education, industrial, housing, commercial and government sectors.
• Support meaningful community and public‑sector work in the Urbandale area,…