Structural Engineer: Telecommunications Infrastructure

Help build the networks that connect communities

Your engineering work keeps wireless networks running. At TAEC, our goal is to connect communities through innovative infrastructure solutions. Our Structural Engineers work across towers, monopoles, rooftops and the equipment on them.

In this role, you'll own structural design and analysis from concept through deployment. You'll make sure every structure is safe, meets code and is built to last. You'll work with clients, contractors, design teams and regulators, and your judgment will shape real projects in the field.

What you'll do

• Design and analyze structures

• Lead structural and mount analysis for new and existing buildings, towers and monopoles, and non-structural equipment, including anchorage and foundations.

• Design tower reinforcements, extensions and foundation modifications that meet structural standards and client specifications.

• Weigh engineering alternatives and recommend solutions that balance safety, performance and cost.

• Document and check the work

• Prepare clear engineering reports and calculations that explain your assumptions, methods and results.

• Perform and review quality checks (QA/QC) on analyses, drawings and deliverables so they are accurate and code-compliant.

• Support construction administration, including shop drawings, requests for information (RFIs) and technical submittals.

• Work with partners

• Work with project managers, drafters, senior engineers, clients, contractors, building officials and consultants to align design requirements with project goals.

• Serve as a go-to technical resource for internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Work with jurisdictions to show code compliance and secure permits and approvals.

• Get out in the field

• Visit sites to verify existing conditions and confirm design feasibility.

• Write field reports that capture your observations, measurements and recommendations.

• Improve how the team works

• Uphold federal, state, local and company safety standards and engineering codes.

• Find ways to make design more efficient, standardized and higher quality.

• Mentor colleagues and share what you know.

What you bring

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• License: Civil or Structural Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, with the ability to obtain licenses in other states as needed and maintain an active NCEES Record.
• Experience: 3-5+ years in structural engineering design and analysis
• Telecom and structural experience: Construction documents, mount analyses and structural assessments for monopoles, towers, tanks and buildings
• Codes and materials: Strong command of steel, concrete, wood and masonry design, and of IBC, TIA-222 and ASCE standards
• Software: tnxTower, RISA 3D, Mathcad, Enercalc and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)
• Construction knowledge: Solid understanding of construction practices and principles
• Organization: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and work independently with precision
• Communication: Strong writing and speaking skills, with experience on teams spanning multiple offices, disciplines and clients

Bonus points if you have

• A Master's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• A Structural Engineering license
• Familiarity with telecom carrier standards and wireless permitting processes
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting and modeling tools
• Experience with international codes such as Eurocode or Latin American (LATAM) codes
• Spanish proficiency to work with colleagues and clients in TAEC's international markets
• Cultural agility and enjoyment of working with diverse teams around the world

How you'll work

• A mix of office and field work. Most of your time goes to structural analysis, technical reports and virtual work with teams and clients in several locations.
• In the field, you'll visit towers, rooftops and monopoles. Expect outdoor conditions, changing weather, uneven terrain and elevated structures, always under strict safety protocols.
• Travel of up to 10%, both domestic and international, for site inspections, client meetings and construction support. You may need to travel on short notice and work across time zones.

You must be based in the designated Seattle-area region.

Working Condition and Physical Demands

This role involves a balanced combination of office-based work and field assignments. Office work primarily includes computer-based structural analysis, preparation of technical reports, and virtual collaboration with project teams and clients across multiple locations. Work is typically performed in a standard office environment requiring regular use of computers, video conferencing platforms, and other communication tools.

Field work may involve site visits to telecommunications installations such as towers, rooftops, and monopoles. These assignments may require working in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, as well as navigating uneven terrain or elevated structures in compliance with safety standards and protocols.

Up to 10% travel (domestic and international) may be required to conduct site inspections, attend client meetings, or provide construction and engineering support. The incumbent must be able to travel on short notice and effectively manage responsibilities across multiple time zones.

It is the policy and practice of this Company to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, or status in any group protected by federal, state or local law.