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Mott MacDonald

Structural Engineer

Buffalo, New York
Hybrid
$103,000 - $126,000 / year
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Mott MacDonald is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their team in Buffalo, NY. This full-time role features a hybrid work arrangement requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. The expected salary ranges from $103,000 to $126,000, backed by a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth in a global employee-owned engineering consultancy.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited university
  • Must possess 5 years of post-graduate experience
  • Must have a Professional Engineer (PE) certification or the ability to obtain one in NY, MA, or CT
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
  • Methodical approach to problem-solving and strong teamwork skills

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Problem-solving: Apply a methodical approach to develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed structural designs efficiently and independently.
  • Technical writing: Review, prepare, and modify designs and analyze technical reports, specifications, and studies with high attention to detail.
  • Communication: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and liaise with clients and team members through strong verbal and written skills.
  • Site investigations: Attend site inspections, investigations, and monitoring to support sustainable project outcomes.
  • Potential transition routes: People from civil engineering or construction management roles may bring strong analytical and project coordination skills, alongside meeting the required 5 years of experience and PE certification path.

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald is positioned for continued expansion and career opportunities across North America and around the world, and we are excited to announce a new direction for our operations in the United States. As part of our growing business, we are interested in hearing from enthusiastic and talented individuals who enjoy problem-solving and who will contribute to our purpose. You will join a team of seasoned professionals who are looking to develop Mott MacDonald’s presence in the US and beyond.
From the moment you join us, you will be immersed in a team of exceptional engineering consultants, project managers, and specialists who relentlessly focus on excellence and digital innovation and are ready to support you in your career. Alongside the team, you will be assigned to a variety of projects in your chosen area of interest, working to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.

Your responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

  • Developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs
  • Attending site inspections, investigations, and monitoring
  • Actively participating in project, client, and team meetings
  • Reviewing, preparing, and modifying designs
  • Analyzing reports, specifications, and studies
  • Gaining exposure to project, commercial, and client management
  • Undertaking a ‘digital by default’ approach in deliverables
  • Actively participating in our Early Careers Professionals Network
  • Supporting our ‘Purpose’ in everything you do

We are looking for candidates with a genuine passion to create sustainable social outcomes for our communities and a desire to strive for excellence. If this describes you, apply today to launch your career at Mott MacDonald!

To be considered for this position, you’ll need:

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited university
  • Must possess 5 years of post-graduate experience
  • Methodical approach to problem solving to undertake tasks efficiently and independently
  • Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to liaise with clients and team members confidently
  • Excellent technical written communication and attention to detail, with an ability to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing
  • Excellent teamwork skills, to collaborate effectively with colleagues
  • Must have a Professional Engineer (PE) certification or can get one in NY or MA or CT
  • Demonstrable interest in engineering projects through relevant experience, such as your field of study, internships, volunteering, or relevant association memberships, is considered an asset

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

The expected salary for this position is $103,000 - $126,000.

Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

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