Thompson Engineering
Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
Thompson Engineering is seeking a
Structural Engineer
to join our team in
Atlanta, Georgia . 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.
Travel required to support projects (when needed) 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.
Job Description
Position Overview
Thompson Engineering is seeking a
Structural Engineer
to join our team in
Atlanta, Georgia . 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.
Travel required to support projects (when needed) 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.