Structural Engineer

Position Overview

Thompson Engineering is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves leading and coordinating structural engineering projects that significantly impact organizational programs. The successful candidate will have full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, and executing complex assignments, while contributing innovative solutions and maintaining strong client and team relationships.

The position requires independent decision-making, advanced technical knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping critical infrastructure projects across the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all engineering work meets established technical standards and adheres to best practices.

• Lead and coordinate preliminary design studies, project layouts, and comprehensive planning activities.

• Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, and vendors to develop practical and cost-effective design solutions.

• Develop detailed design criteria, select appropriate materials, and specify equipment in line with engineering standards.

• Prepare and manage accurate estimates, construction drawings, specifications, and resource plans.

• Conduct and review detailed engineering designs, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and client requirements.

• Lead, supervise, and check the work of team members including engineers, designers, drafters, and technicians.

• Coordinate effectively with other departments such as purchasing, estimating, and project management.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and personnel to deliver work on time and within scope.

• Act as Engineer of Record for structural engineering projects.

• Support business development by marketing services to current and potential clients, contributing to proposals, and maintaining updated professional profiles.

• Promote and follow company safety and quality standards.

• Serve as the lead structural engineer on multi-disciplinary projects.

• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

  • Note: Candidates who have passed the PE registration exam may be exempt from the degree requirement.

• Licensure:

  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required.

  • Structural Engineer (SE) license is a plus.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 10+ years of relevant structural engineering experience.

• Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale engineering projects.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.

• Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a computer.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering began as a provider of construction quality assurance, including materials testing, inspection services, and laboratory analysis for industrial and infrastructure projects. Our early work along the Gulf Coast laid the foundation for decades of technical excellence.

Today, we are recognized as a leader in engineering, design, and construction services for projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation corridors. From environmental assessments to land surveying, geotechnical engineering, and full-scale project management, we deliver innovative solutions for public and private sector clients. We proudly support projects across industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets, consistently driving excellence from concept to completion.