Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Structural Engineer – Building Design

Location: Herndon, VA | Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility

Take the Next Step in Your Structural Engineering Career

Are you a Structural Engineer looking for an opportunity to expand your technical expertise, take ownership of meaningful projects, and collaborate with a talented multidisciplinary team?

A growing engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join its team in Herndon, VA. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of building projects while collaborating with architects, MEP engineers, and project managers from initial design through construction.

You'll gain exposure to a variety of structural systems, develop your expertise in cold-formed steel design, and have opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative engineering environment.

What You'll Do

• Design and analyze structural systems utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, wood, and cold-formed steel .
• Develop structural calculations, construction documents, and detailed engineering drawings.
• Prepare and review technical specifications and structural design documentation.
• Collaborate with architects, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers to coordinate building designs.
• Apply applicable building codes, engineering standards, and design criteria to ensure safe and efficient structural solutions.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and contribute to design development.
• Conduct occasional site visits to observe construction progress and address field-related structural issues.
• Assist with construction administration and resolve design questions as needed.
• Expand your technical expertise in cold-formed steel framing design with opportunities for continued professional development.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or a related engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of structural engineering design experience , preferably in a building design or consulting environment.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD ; Revit experience preferred.
• Experience designing structural systems using steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, building codes, and design standards.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and manage multiple assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with cold-formed steel framing design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
• Familiarity with structural construction documents, specifications, and construction administration.

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in supporting our employees with a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a flexible work environment.

Paid Time Off

• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• 1 week of paid sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays annually.

Health & Financial Benefits

• 90% company-paid medical insurance for employees and their families.
• Dental insurance and life insurance.
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 3% company match.
• Potential quarterly bonus program based on company production.

Work-Life Balance & Career Growth

• Hybrid work flexibility following the initial training period.
• Minimum of 3 days (24 hours) per week in the office, with up to 2 days remote.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment with opportunities to expand technical expertise.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Location: Herndon, Virginia.
• Employment Type: Full-time, on-site during the initial training period, with hybrid flexibility afterward.
• Occasional travel to project sites as needed.
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders.

Ready to Build What's Next?

If you're a Structural Engineer looking for challenging building design projects, opportunities to expand your technical expertise, and a collaborative team that supports your professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your structural engineering career in Herndon, VA.