Senior Structural Engineer (PE) | Washington, DC | 8–15+ Years Experience

Structural Engineering | Project Leadership | Building Design | Client Coordination | Revit | Office Growth

Your next move as a senior structural engineer should offer real technical influence, project ownership, and a voice in shaping the future of a growing office. This opportunity in Washington, D.C. is designed for a licensed PE who wants to lead meaningful building projects, collaborate closely with firm leadership, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to long-term regional growth.

You’ll work across a broad portfolio of projects in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region — all while maintaining a healthy, people-first work environment that values both precision and creativity.

Why this role stands out:

Lead Projects End-to-End

Manage multiple structural projects from conceptual design through construction, ensuring technical excellence, quality drawings, and effective multidisciplinary coordination.

True Design Ownership

Drive structural solutions hands-on — from calculations and models to redlines, markups, and final deliverables — supported by a dedicated drafting and engineering team.

Client & Site Exposure

Meet with architects, owners, contractors, and jurisdictional partners. Conduct site visits, observations, and field evaluations as a trusted structural advisor.

Collaborative Leadership

Work directly with principals and help elevate the skills and capabilities of rising engineers. Your mentorship and guidance will influence the next generation of PE-track talent.

Creative Engineering Culture

Develop structural solutions that are practical, cost-effective, and innovative. Creative problem-solving is encouraged, not constrained.

Office Growth Opportunity

As the DC office grows, so will the need for senior leadership. This role puts you in a visible position to help shape culture, workflows, and future project strategy.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

• 8–15+ years of structural engineering experience

• Strong background in building design (steel, concrete, wood, masonry, cold-formed steel)

• Ability to manage projects, coordinate with clients, and oversee deliverables

• Experience working with architects, general contractors, and owners

• Proficiency in Revit Structure preferred

• Familiarity with analysis software (RISA, RAM, ETABS, or similar)

• Excellent communication, team leadership, and time-management skills

• Ability to balance multiple active projects while maintaining high quality standards

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and leadership level
  (Typical range: $100,000–$160,000+)

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits

• Paid time off, holidays, and professional development support

• Continuing education, lunch-and-learns, and PE reimbursement

• Strong work-life balance with a supportive, team-focused culture

• Modern workstation, natural-lit office environment, and collaborative studio layout

This is not just another senior engineer role — it’s an opportunity to apply your PE license with real authority, take a leading role in a growing Washington, DC office, and build long-term impact within a respected structural practice.

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