Professional Engineer, Structural - Manufacturing & Heavy Industrial Facilities
Posted 8 days ago
Our employee‑owned, integrated team of engineering and design professionals is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design for heavy industrial projects, including mining and production facilities.
This role is focused on technical leadership and trusted client relationships, guiding complex structural design efforts, collaborating across disciplines, and serving as a key partner to clients throughout project delivery. Project management experience is valued but not required.
Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday – Thursday in office | Monday & Friday remote. Candidates located outside of the Duluth, MN area may be eligible for a modified schedule (minimum one day per week in office) based on experience and business needs.
### What You’ll Do- Lead structural design for industrial facilities, including mining and production operations
- Serve as a technical leader and client partner, building strong relationships and supporting project success from concept through construction
- Design and oversee structural systems such as:
- Structural steel framing and support systems
- Cast-in-place and precast concrete structures
- Foundations, equipment supports, and elevated platforms
- Material handling and process support structures
- Perform and review structural analysis, calculations, and modeling for new and existing facilities
- Evaluate existing structures and support renovation, expansion, and retrofit projects
- Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams
- Mentor and support early‑career engineers
- Support construction administration, site visits, and structural inspections as needed
- Contribute to client interactions, proposal development, and ongoing relationship management
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
- A Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within one year.
- 8+ years of structural design experience in heavy industrial or mining environments
- Strong experience with structural analysis and design of steel and concrete systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical design efforts while building strong client relationships
- Experience working on multi-disciplinary industrial or facility projects
- Strong communication skills and interest in mentoring others
- Ability to travel occasionally (generally up to ~20%)
- Valid driver’s license
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit preferred; experience with structural analysis software (e.g., RISA, RAM, or similar) preferred
- Previous design experience in mining or industrial facilities
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Established in 1910, TKDA is a 100 percent employee-owned company of engineers, architects, planners, and specialized experts. We solve client challenges across the industrial and manufacturing, transportation, building and sites, and water markets. Our multi-disciplined teams form a strong firm, cohesive enough to draw on each other’s strengths and versatile enough to adapt to changing business climates. We are committed to improving communities, helping businesses and industries grow, and building long-term client relationships. With offices in Chicago, Duluth, Milwaukee, Minneapolis/St. Paul, San Bernardino, and Seattle, we work with clients from border to border and coast to coast.
Key team members
Craig W. Bursch, PE (MN) F. ASCE
Dan Munn P.E., S.E.
Shane R. Eckman
Karen Scheffing
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