Full-Time

Structural Engineer

Updated on 9/4/2026

Shive-Hattery

Shive-Hattery

201-500 employees

Architectural and engineering consulting services

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Madison, WI, USA

Hybrid

Primarily office or hybrid; travel to project sites, other offices, or client meetings may be required.

Bachelor's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
  • At least 10 years of experience designing and leading structural engineering projects.
  • Professional Engineer licensure in Wisconsin or the ability to obtain immediate licensure in Wisconsin.
  • Experience and proficiency with Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Office.
  • Structural design experience using concrete, steel, and masonry.
  • Experience and willingness to provide direction to junior engineers and designers while collaborating with other disciplines.
  • Ability to manage time and workload effectively through planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
  • A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
Responsibilities
  • Lead projects as project manager for industrial, commercial, and civic projects, with a primary focus on industrial projects.
  • Work with experienced engineers and technicians while coordinating work within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Lead the structural design portion of projects, make design recommendations and decisions, and oversee the completion and quality of construction drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.
  • Establish and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Mentor and teach other team members.
  • Lead project design from schematic design through construction documents for single-discipline and multidisciplinary projects.
  • Represent the company to clients and contractors regarding ongoing projects.
  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Manage shop drawing reviews and field data collection.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience using three-dimensional software, including Navisworks and Recap, and structural engineering design software.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Good oral and written communication skills and comfort presenting design solutions to owners.

Shive-Hattery provides architecture and engineering consulting services, offering customized design and engineering solutions that fit a client’s business needs. The firm works by combining architectural and engineering expertise with a deep understanding of each client’s operations, delivering solutions and ongoing support that feel like an extension of the client’s staff rather than a one-time project. What sets them apart is their emphasis on building long-term relationships and acting as a trusted advisor, not just completing a set of tasks. The goal is to be a reliable partner that clients turn to for ongoing guidance and support throughout their projects and beyond.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Founded

1895

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What believers are saying

  • Montgomery Roth added Houston on September 30, 2025, strengthening Southwest market access.
  • KdG added St. Louis on February 27, 2025, broadening Midwest hospitality and gaming reach.
  • South Bend moved downtown in May 2026, signaling active local commitment and retention focus.

What critics are saying

  • Integrating KdG and Montgomery Roth strains culture, margins, and client continuity through 2026.
  • Architecture demand concentrates in project cycles; any office underutilization hits a 650-person platform fast.
  • Repeated acquisitions create existential risk if debt, goodwill, or principal departures outrun revenue synergies.

What makes Shive-Hattery unique

  • Shive-Hattery runs 17 offices and 650 employees, enabling national delivery from Iowa.
  • Its 2025 KdG and Montgomery Roth deals add hospitality, gaming, and government depth.
  • Jennifer Bennett, eighth president since 1895, continues disciplined acquisition-led expansion.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Overtime Bonus

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

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Jan 19th, 2026
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The heat is on: F.H. Paschen restores South Bend Armory for Indiana National Guard. South Bend, IN - General Contractor F.H. Paschen has reached a major milestone in the renovation of the Indiana National Guard South Bend Armory at 2402 E. Rose Street in South Bend, Indiana. The facility, also known as the CPT Lyle J. Thompson USARC, serves as the temporary home for 130 soldiers of an Indiana Army National Guard Engineering Company. As one of more than 60 armories across Indiana, the South Bend Armory on Rose Street has sat vacant for almost four years. Kicking off the project, the top priority for the Indiana National Guard and the F.H. Paschen project team was restoring the climate control systems. The Indiana Building Group of F.H. Paschen focused on the five existing Roof Top Units (RTUs) that are designed to manage the building's heating and ventilation. Crews serviced four of these units and replaced one RTU entirely, ensuring the heat was back on in December before the winter weather arrived. "Getting the HVAC systems running and operational was our first goal," said F.H. Paschen Indiana Building Group Project Manager Kylie Steele. "These are America's heroes and the Indiana National Guard needed this space functional for their soldiers. Restoring the heat was the most important step in making the building habitable again." The project requires flexibility and creative problem-solving as the construction team works around active military drills and daily maintenance activities. The four-year vacancy revealed several hidden challenges in this armory, including non-functional water valves, clogged main lines, and electrical disconnects that required rewiring. Despite these hurdles, water lines were fully functional for the first January drill period. "We worked closely with our subcontractors to overcome the issues that only appear once you start opening up an old building," said F.H. Paschen Superintendent Jake Miller. "Repairing the plumbing and electrical systems quickly allowed the unit to stay on schedule with their training." Preconstruction activity started in October 2025 with renovation work starting in December 2025 that to date includes replacing sixteen (16) restroom flush valves, two hot water heaters, a boiler, and an 80,000 BTU furnace. The 120-day interior renovation also covers new carpeting in classrooms, fresh paint, thirteen (13) new windows, and updated light fixtures. F.H. Paschen is partnering with Griffen Plumbing and Heating, Kleckner Interior Systems, and Shive-Hattery Inc. Architecture & Engineering to finish the project by March 2026. A new roof will be installed this spring to complete the project.

Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
Oct 1st, 2025
Shive-Hattery acquires Houston-based Montgomery Roth

Shive-Hattery is expanding its footprint in the nation's Southwest with its recent acquisition of Montgomery Roth Architecture & Interior Design, headquartered in Houston, Texas, the Iowa-based Shive-Hattery announced Tuesday, Sept. 30.

PR Newswire
Sep 30th, 2025
Shive-Hattery Acquires Montgomery Roth Firm

Shive-Hattery has acquired Montgomery Roth Architecture & Interior Design in Houston, Texas. This acquisition enhances Shive-Hattery's expertise in gaming and hospitality and establishes their third location in the Southwest.

The Times of Northwest Indiana
Feb 29th, 2024
Shive-Hattery expands by acquiring architecture firm in Pacific Northwest

Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based Shive-Hattery, which acquired Design Organization in Valparaiso in 2012, bought Helix Design Group in Tacoma, Washington for an undisclosed sum.

Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
Feb 28th, 2024
Shive-Hattery acquires Helix Design Group • Northwest Indiana Business Magazine

Architecture and engineering firm Shive-Hattery recently announced the acquisition of Washington-based Helix Design Group.