What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer, SE position at Complete Design?
Structural Engineer, SE
Company Overview
Complete Design, Inc. is a full-service architectural, engineering, and land surveying firm based in Wenatchee, Washington. For over 25 years, we’ve delivered innovative, high-quality solutions for residential, commercial, municipal, and land development projects. Our multidisciplinary team values collaboration, creativity, and lasting client relationships, bringing both form and function to every design.
Position: Structural Engineer, SE
Location: Wenatchee, Washington
Position Overview
At the heart of every great structure lies strength and that strength begins with you. As our Structural Engineer, you will shape the invisible framework that holds form, meaning, and memory. Beauty requires bones, and your work ensures our projects are not only enduring, but sacred in their safety, integrity, and intention.
Your Role
- Lead structural design for residential, civic, and landscape-integrated projects.
- Collaborate closely with architects to transform vision into enduring form.
- Mentor junior engineers in technical excellence and emotionally intelligent leadership.
- Build relationships with the construction community.
- Deliver innovative solutions grounded in sustainability, material intelligence, and code compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and lead structural systems for a range of projects including custom homes, commercial, civic structures, and integrated landscapes.
- Ensure all designs meet applicable codes and engineering standards.
- Contribute creative structural solutions that support architectural vision and environmental responsiveness.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to internal engineering staff, modeling integrity and design excellence.
- Work cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams to bring projects to life from concept to completion.
Qualifications
- 8 years of structural engineering experience.
- Licensed Structural Engineer (SE required).
- Strong experience with wood, steel, concrete, and hybrid systems.
- Proficiency in relevant engineering and modeling software.
- Deep appreciation for geometry, natural systems, and elegant, efficient structure.
- Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
- High emotional intelligence and a grounded, collaborative presence.
You Might Be a Great Fit If You…
- Are passionate about integrating engineering precision with architectural beauty.
- Enjoy mentoring and growing younger professionals in thoughtful, values-driven design.
- See structure not just as support, but as poetry in form.
- Thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
- Value clarity, calm, and curiosity in every client and team interaction.
What We Value
- Human-centered design that fosters wellness, belonging, and sacred living.
- Passion for sustainability and thoughtful materiality.
- The ability to translate complex engineering into accessible, soul-aligned solutions.
- A collaborative spirit and authentic, grounded presence.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance.
- 401(k) plan with 4% company match.
- Flexible Monday–Thursday workweek for strong work-life balance.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Diverse and rewarding project portfolio.
- Clear paths for career growth within a supportive and dynamic team.
Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000/year, DOE
How to Apply
Please submit the following to info@completedesign.cc or deliver in person:
- Cover letter outlining your interest and experience
- Updated resume
- Completed application (available at www.completedesign.cc/about-us/employment)
- Portfolio of recent residential work
- (Optional) 1–2 minute video sharing your design philosophy
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000