Structures Engineer, Senior - S0001

Overview

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig is hiring for a senior-level structures engineer in our Great Plains region. This position provides leadership opportunities and is well-suited for entrepreneurial individuals. The selected candidate will work on a wide range of transportation design projects throughout the Midwest, on both roadway and rail structures. This role supports existing transportation projects and will serve as a Project Manager on upcoming pursuits.

• Work on bridge and structural design projects, ranging from small drainage structures to large multi-span bridges. Experience in concrete and steel girder bridge design; rail structures experience is a plus but not required.
• Serve as senior project engineer and designated client contact; participate in project interviews, attend client meetings, and conduct public presentations.
• Support construction projects by reviewing submittals, answering RFIs, and conducting field visits to ensure compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
• Ensure accurate client billings and monitor outstanding accounts receivable and collection efforts on assigned projects. Prepare budgets, estimates, scoping, marketing strategies, and forecast workload for internal staff.
• Lead the structural design efforts for complex transportation projects including proposals, reports, specifications, plans, and designs.
• Be responsible for project team quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual.
• Other duties may include use of computer software to review and prepare engineering and design documents.

• Bachelor's degree in civil/transportation engineering with emphasis on bridge and structural design (ABET-accredited program).
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum ten to fifteen years' experience as a bridge or structural design engineer, including but not limited to bridge, retaining wall, foundation, and culvert design.
• Advanced experience using structural analysis and design software.
• Experience with AASHTO standards and procedures. Experience designing bridges in Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota is a plus.

• Professional Engineer Certificate - Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota.

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr. The pay for this position has a range of $135,000 - $160,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Final date to receive applications: 9/29/2025

• Medical/Rx, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability with premiums largely covered by FHU for many plans.
• Generous vacation and sick leave programs.
• 401(k) with employer match and discretionary profit sharing.
• Adoption assistance, flexible schedules, and remote work options where applicable.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Support for professional certifications and registration fees.
• Eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary bonus plan.

FHU employees are encouraged to participate in internal committees and company-sponsored events throughout the year.

Location:

Sioux Falls, SD