Founded in 2017, Shear Structural is Georgia’s only 100% women-owned and managed structural engineering firm. We are a small but mighty team, bringing diverse perspectives and deep expertise to some of the most exciting and impactful community projects across the Southeast.

Our work focuses on adaptive reuse, healthcare, municipal/civic, and education projects, where we take pride in designing resilient, thoughtful, and sustainable structures that strengthen communities.

As a certified FBE and WBE, we are recognized by local, regional, and national entities for our commitment to diversity and excellence. Our collaborative office is conveniently located in downtown Chamblee, Georgia, just steps from the Chamblee MARTA station.

Shear Structural has been honored with numerous industry accolades, including:

-Best Firm to Work For by Zweig White and the Atlanta Business Chronicle
-PSMJ Circle of Excellence member (2019–2024)
-Autodesk Entrepreneur Grant recipient
-Zweig White Top New Venture awardee

At Shear, we are more than engineers—we are problem solvers, innovators, and partners in building a stronger, smarter future.

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Malory Atkinson

Sydney Johnson Morgan

Susan Stewart

Morgan Neal

This department focuses on the design and development of engineering solutions and products.

Design Engineering

This department focuses on guiding and driving the strategic vision of the organization.

Leadership Group

This department focuses on the design, analysis, and implementation of structures to ensure stability and safety.

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Design Engineering

Leadership Group

Structural Engineering

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