Structural Engineer P.E.

Experience the difference of working within a collaborative of entrepreneurial engineers and architects

**We are currently in need of three lead project structural engineers in the Austin, DFW and Houston Texas Metro regions**

Level Engineering and Architecture — a Certified B Corporation and the first of its kind in the A&E industry — we're redefining what it means to design a career in structural engineering, civil engineering, and architecture. We believe that people and communities are the purpose of our work. That's why we've designed an innovative, modern business model to empower talented professionals to thrive, contribute meaningfully to the built world, and maintain a true work–life balance.

Our goal — To foster the entrepreneurial success of U.S.-based design professionals who are designing within their communities and contributing to the built world

Why Join Level Engineering & Architecture?

When you become part of our collaborative, you unlock:

• Flexible scheduling – set your own hours to align work with life
• Safety –Work as an entrepreneur of your craft in a collaborative of other skilled design professionals, and benefit from a decade of branding of Level A&E
• Freedom – to choose projects that fit your skills and interests
• Expand Skill Set – Grow your skills in other scopes of engineering with mentorship
• Marketing support – we invest 20% of every dollar into regional marketing
• A no-cap financial environment – unlimited earning potential based on your performance
• A people-centric culture – grounded in mentorship, transparency, and collaboration
• Nationwide knowledge-sharing – connect with engineers and architects across the U.S.
• Certified B Corporation – join a purpose-driven, impact-focused organization

This is a 1099 contractor role ideal for entrepreneurial-minded professionals, looking to build their own practice, with a fully supportive collaboration of leadership and fellow engineers and architects.

What You'll Do

You'll apply your expertise to small and medium residential and commercial projects, including field work, forensic evaluations, and real estate-related assessments. You'll deliver complete solutions directly to clients while building your professional practice within a supportive framework.

Who You Are

We are looking for experienced professional licensed Structural Engineers

• Have 6+ years of structural engineering experience
• Field/design experience – e.g., inspections, as-built verification, and on-site investigations, design of steel, concrete, wood structures
• Exposure to site conditions, diagnostics, and forensic analysis, or interest in forensic investigations and performing home/building inspections is desired
• Interested in project management
• Communicate confidently and professionally with clients
• Enjoy having direct client relationships
• Engage in local marketing activities to attract clients, and look for opportunities for referral work
• Natural leader and decision maker
• Authorized to work in the United States

What We Provide

• Project lead generation – inbound marketing and client qualification through our CRE team
• Professional liability (E&O) insurance coverage
• Administrative/back-office systems and support
• Collaborative peer network – licensed engineers and architects with weekly regional and national zoom calls
• Ongoing mentorship and knowledge-sharing – expanding the skillsets of our engineers for their professional development
• The depth and expertise of a collaborative of civil, structural, forensic, MEP engineers and registered architects to partner with on projects

Additional Details Job Type: Contract (1099)Schedule: Flexible — most engineers work an average of 30–40 hours per week

Expected Commission Range: $75,000 – $175,000 annually, depending on individual workload and project volume.

We invest heavily in marketing support to generate quality project leads and help you maintain a full-time workload. To fully realize your entrepreneurial success within the Level model, you'll also be responsible for building your own referral network and developing industry relationships.

Within the Level collaborative, we mentor and coach our design professionals to expand their potential as entrepreneurs

To Apply

Submit your resume and a concise cover letter through the Indeed link

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $75, $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• These project engineering positions require you to be located in either DFW, Austin or Houston, to be able to commute to site visits to meet with clients.

Do you live in one of these three areas in Texas? And are you willing to do onsite visits with potential and current clients?

Experience:

• project engineering: 6 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (PE ) License (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33614