Principal Engineer Job at Rise Technical, New York, NY

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  • Rise Technical
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Principal Engineer

New York, NY | Huge Earning Potential – Base + Bonus + Commission

$140,000 - $150,000 + Uncapped bonus plan

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front? This is an opportunity to join a specialist structural investigation & forensic engineering firm in New York as a Principal Engineer —with the autonomy to grow a team, shape the business, and earn big through performance-based incentives.

This is a brilliant opportunity to take on a unique, challenging role where you will lean on your experience and network to generate new business and lead new tenders.

What’s in it for you?

  • Uncapped Earning Potential – Competitive base salary plus huge bonuses & commission. Your success directly impacts your earnings – you will receive a percentage of every project you bring in.
  • Autonomy & Leadership – Step into a high-level role with the freedom to build, lead, and expand your team.
  • Exciting, Complex Projects – Work on high-profile structural investigations, failures, and forensic engineering cases.
  • Fast-Track Growth – Join a company with serious upside—play a key role in its expansion and your own career trajectory.

What We're Looking For:

  • A licensed PE (NY or transferable) with expertise in similar field
  • Strong technical background in assessing structural failures, material defects, and building performance.
  • Business development mindset—comfortable winning work, managing clients, and driving growth.
  • Leadership qualities—the ability to mentor, build a team, and shape company direction.
  • This is more than just a job—it’s a career-defining opportunity to take ownership, grow something significant, and reap the rewards.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat about what’s on offer.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Salary depends on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now” or contact Sam Mount at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Job Tags

Base plus commission, Permanent employment, Temporary work,

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