Structural Engineer - Solar
Listed on 2026-01-12
-
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Structural Engineer - Solar (Multiple Locations)
Apply for the Structural Engineer - Solar (Multiple Locations) role at Burns & McDonnell.
The Power Division focuses on the design and construction of power generation facilities, including fossil, hydrogen, solar, nuclear, and energy storage. Burns & McDonnell seeks to hire an experienced Structural Engineer to join our solar team in multiple office locations across the U.S. As a structural engineer, you will work on project teams to create world‑class designs for new projects and for alterations and redevelopments on solar and other renewable energy projects.
You will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, industry standards, or client needs.
- Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects.
- Design structural components for project needs and requirements set forth by the project managers.
- Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
- Research and compile project‑related data as required by the project managers.
- Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
- Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. May also have a bachelor’s degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. A master’s degree in Structural Engineering may substitute for 1 year of experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
- Strong computer skills including structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D) and AutoCAD.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required;
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/VeteransBurns & McDonnell is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Job Details
Job
:
Structural Engineering
Primary Location
: US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations
: US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston
Schedule
:
Full‑time
Travel
:
Yes, 25% of the time
Req : 260135
Job Hire Type
:
Experienced #PWR
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).