Lead Structural Engineer
Location: Dothan, Alabama
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: July 18, 2026
Job ID: 649898
Job Description
Lead Structural Engineer - 649898
Location: Dothan, AL (Preferred), Jacksonville, FL, or Brewton, AL
Pay Range: $140,000 - $175,000 DOE (Overtime paid at straight time for exempt employees)
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Flexible)
Type of Employment: Direct
Relocation assistance available
Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package, Profit Sharing Program, Annual Christmas Bonus, Relocation Assistance Available
Opportunity for future advancement into the Vice President of Engineering role
The Planet Group is currently seeking a Lead Structural Engineer for a growing engineering firm specializing in heavy industrial engineering projects. Qualified candidates must possess a Civil/Structural Engineering degree, an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, and extensive experience leading structural engineering efforts on heavy industrial projects involving steel and concrete structures. This individual will lead a team of structural engineers and designers while overseeing project design, mentoring staff, and supporting business development. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Job Description
The Lead Structural Engineer will provide technical leadership for the structural engineering department while overseeing structural design, project execution, and engineering quality for heavy industrial projects. This role will supervise project design efforts, manage engineering staff, review and stamp structural drawings, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to successfully deliver projects.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Lead the structural engineering department and provide technical direction to engineers and designers.
- Develop project work plans and oversee structural engineering deliverables.
- Perform field inspections to verify existing plant conditions.
- Design steel and concrete structures supporting heavy industrial equipment.
- Develop structural concepts for equipment installations and facility modifications.
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, piping, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
- Review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications for quality and code compliance.
- Stamp structural drawings for projects in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
- Manage workloads, mentor engineering staff, and conduct annual performance reviews.
- Lead scope development and coordinate directly with clients throughout project execution.
- Develop engineering estimates, bid packages, and procurement documentation.
- Coordinate procurement, construction activities, project safety, scheduling, and startup support.
- Maintain project documentation and oversee project closeout activities.
- Participate in client meetings, site walkdowns, and business development initiatives.
- Develop engineering proposals and support project pursuits.
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (preferred in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, or Mississippi).
- Experience leading structural engineering teams on heavy industrial projects.
- Strong structural design experience involving steel and reinforced concrete.
- Experience designing foundations and support structures for heavy rotating equipment.
- Experience in heavy industrial industries such as:
- Pulp & Paper
- Power Generation
- Chemical Processing
- Cement
- Steel Manufacturing
- Ability to perform structural calculations and review engineering drawings.
- Experience conducting field investigations and existing condition assessments.
- Strong knowledge of applicable structural design codes and standards.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
- Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation--connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results by building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
EEOC Compliance Statement
The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
