Civil/structural Engineer

Job Title: Civil/Structural Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Civil/Structural Engineer to lead and support design projects within our dynamic team. This role involves performing civil and structural design duties for both stand-alone and multi-disciplined projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with project managers to develop estimates, schedules, and design concepts, ensuring that all project documentation meets customer and corporate guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil and/or structural design duties for stand-alone and multi-disciplined projects.
• Assist project managers in developing estimates, schedules, material lists, design concepts, and design drawings.
• Conduct field work and technical research.
• Maintain project files and ensure document control accuracy and completeness.
• Track and comply with project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Perform field work in industrial environments to collect design information and verify tie-ins, function, and clearances.
• Provide temporary field support during construction as needed.
• Assist engineers with cost and material estimates and preliminary design studies.
• Interface directly with clients.
• Check the accuracy and quality of drawings.

Essential Skills

• Civil/Structural Engineering degree from an ABET accredited undergraduate program.
• 5+ years of heavy industrial experience in structural engineering.
• Knowledge of structural engineering, Revit, and heavy industrial construction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Virginia Professional Engineer preferred.
• Preferred coursework in AutoCAD, Revit, 3D CAD, RISA 3D.
• Knowledgeable of basic civil and structural material specifications.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Results oriented and a team player.
• Uncompromised commitment to quality.

Work Environment

The candidate will onboard onsite for a week and should be available for additional onsite visits during the first six months to train and collaborate with the team. After this period, travel to client sites and occasional visits to the office will be necessary. Enjoy benefits such as paid overtime, year-end bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and employee ownership with stock gain opportunities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA.

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $57.69/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.