Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Structures Engineer, Senior - S0001
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States, 57102
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.
Responsibilities
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.
Education and Experience
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.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Professional Engineer Certificate - Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota.
Compensation and Benefits Base pay range: $135,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/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.
Application Deadline: 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.
Additional Information FHU employees are encouraged to participate in internal committees and company-sponsored events throughout the year.
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
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Responsibilities
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.
Education and Experience
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.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Professional Engineer Certificate - Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota.
Compensation and Benefits Base pay range: $135,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/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.
Application Deadline: 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.
Additional Information FHU employees are encouraged to participate in internal committees and company-sponsored events throughout the year.
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
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