Lead the Future of Industrial Structural Engineering

Are you a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for industrial projects and a desire to lead? We are seeking a Structural Engineering Department Manager ready to take on a high-impact leadership role at a reputable engineering and design-build firm. This is your opportunity to shape a department, mentor a talented team, and oversee complex structural designs across industrial sectors including chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing, and process facilities.

Join a company that offers the agility of a smaller firm with the robust capabilities of a larger organization. With 80–100 employees and a collaborative, trust-driven culture, this is a place where professionals build long-term careers. If you're searching for an opportunity that blends engineering excellence with leadership, growth, and innovation—this is it.

Please note: This is an industrial structural engineering role. Residential, commercial, or civil backgrounds are not aligned with this position.

What You'll Do

As the Structural Department Manager, you'll serve as the lead structural engineer while managing the strategic, operational, and technical direction of the department. Your role will include:

• Directing and allocating departmental resources to meet project demands
• Mentoring and developing a team of engineers and designers
• Overseeing all structural deliverables for multidiscipline industrial projects
• Reviewing calculations, models, and drawings to ensure technical excellence
• Leading structural design for steel, concrete, masonry, and foundations
• Ensuring compliance with industry codes and internal quality standards
• Supporting field activities including site visits, construction support, and bid review
• Collaborating with internal teams, clients, contractors, and external partners
• Promoting safety culture and best practices across projects

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
• Active PE license with ability to seal engineering documents
• 10+ years of consulting experience or 15+ years of structural engineering experience
• Proven experience in industrial structural design (chemical, manufacturing, process, etc.)
• Prior leadership or management of structural teams
• Strong knowledge of relevant structural codes (e.g., AISC, ACI)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, STAAD, STAAD Foundation, and Bluebeam
• Ability to conduct field visits, including work at heights
• Strong communication and team leadership skills

Preferred:

• Experience with Revit, Navisworks, Tekla Tedds, RAM Elements, Hilti PROFIS
• Familiarity with laser scanning and point-cloud workflows
• Limited in-plant stormwater/sewer design experience
• Basic surveying skills

Work Environment & Expectations

• Hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days in office weekly)
• Located within commuting distance of the Akron, OH office
• Occasional domestic travel
• Ability to manage workloads and competing deadlines
• Culturally aligned with values of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Compensation & Benefits

Financial & Time Off:

• Competitive base salary ($150K–$185K) + overtime pay
• 401(k) with discretionary company match
• Profit-sharing potential
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and parking subsidy

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage
• HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA options
• Life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability

Professional Development:

• Career path and leadership mentoring
• Reimbursement for certifications, PE registration, and professional memberships
• Continuing education and access to modern engineering tools
• Bonuses for passing certifications

Culture & Perks:

• Flexible work hours & hybrid environment
• Casual dress code
• Annual company events & employee recognition
• Longevity awards & scholarship opportunities for dependents

Location Highlights: Akron, OH
This role is based in Akron, Ohio, a vibrant Midwest city known for its rich industrial history, affordable cost of living, and family-friendly neighborhoods. Located near Cleveland and within easy reach of major highways, Akron offers urban amenities, a growing arts scene, and access to outdoor recreation like Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Its a great place to live and work, with strong schools, friendly communities, and a revitalized downtown.

Take the Next Step
If you're an experienced industrial structural engineer ready to lead and elevate a team, we want to hear from you. Join a firm where your technical expertise and leadership will shape the future.

Apply now to become the Structural Engineering Department Manager in Akron, OH, and make a lasting impact.

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