Category: Engineering & Manufacturing

Location: West Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Work Model: On-site

Reference #: 42192

Palmer Group is collaborating with a long-established architecture and engineering firm to find a Licensed Structural Engineer. This role provides the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful work, mentor junior team members, and interface directly with clients and contractors. Our client supports career growth with mentorship, education assistance, and flexible paths for structural engineers. With competitive benefits, as well as a collaborative culture with diverse, meaningful structural projects and strong team support, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss. If you are interested in this position, apply today!

Work model:

  • On-Site

What you will do:

  • Lead the structural design for industrial, commercial, and educational facilities
  • Oversee the development of construction drawings, specifications, and technical reports
  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and serve as client/contractor liaison
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance
  • Conduct site visits, gather field data, and review shop drawings

What you will need to be successful:

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited institution
  • PE licensure in Iowa or immediate eligibility to obtain
  • 5–10 years of structural design experience
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail, with the ability to mentor and lead

Benefits overview:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Chad Weir at (515) 225-7000 or email Chad at cweir@thepalmergroup.com.

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About Palmer Group

At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.

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