Structural Engineer – Water​/Wastewater

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Full Time Puyallup, WA, US

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.

We are a team of professionals—engineers, planners, scientists, landscape architects, surveyors, and construction managers dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

We are committed to being a Best Place to Work, offering hybrid work environments that promote meaningful connections, support work-life balance, and encourage career development. With excellent benefits, rewards, and an inclusive, collaborative team, we create a supportive and enriching workplace.

We are seeking a Structural Engineer with a strong background in water and wastewater infrastructure to support the design and delivery of water infrastructure projects. This role focuses on structural systems for facilities such as wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and related infrastructure.

This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, partnering closely with civil, mechanical, and process engineers to deliver resilient, efficient, and constructible solutions for municipal and regional clients.

• Lead and support structural design for water and wastewater facilities, including:
  • Treatment plant structures
  • Pump stations and lift stations
  • Equipment support structures and foundations
  • Concrete and steel structural systems
• Perform structural analysis and design in accordance with applicable codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, etc.)
• Develop construction documents, including plans, specifications, and calculations
• Coordinate closely with internal multidisciplinary teams and external partners
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff
• Support project management tasks, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and presentations
• Conduct site visits and support construction-phase services, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington (or ability to obtain quickly). SE preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant structural engineering experience in a consulting environment. Experience with seismic design and retrofit, particularly in the Pacific Northwest
• Demonstrated experience designing structures for water/wastewater or industrial facilities
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete and steel design
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Base salary for this position is in the range of $120,000-$180,000 depending on qualifications. Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

• Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays

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We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while…