Senior Structural Engineer

TradeWise Staffing Group is hiring a direct-hire Senior Structural Engineer for a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area with a hybrid work option.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design and analysis for commercial, industrial, institutional, and federal projects
• Develop structural systems for new construction and existing facilities using steel, concrete, and masonry
• Oversee structural detailing, technical documentation, and preparation of construction drawings
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering projects while meeting budget, schedule, and quality expectations
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior engineers and technical team members
• Coordinate design solutions with architects, contractors, owners, and other engineering disciplines
• Create technical proposals, project scopes, fee estimates, and qualification packages
• Provide engineering consultation and technical guidance to clients
• Coordinate structural work with engineering teams across multiple office locations
• Ensure compliance with building codes, engineering standards, and project specifications
• Maintain client relationships and contribute to departmental growth and operational success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience
• Active PE or SE license
• Extensive experience designing steel, concrete, and masonry structures
• Strong background in commercial, institutional, federal, or industrial construction
• Proficiency with structural design and analysis tools: RISA, AutoCAD, Revit, RAM Structural System, ETABS, or Enercalc
• Proven experience leading engineering projects and managing project teams
• Strong working knowledge of structural engineering principles, building codes, and construction documentation
• Excellent communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Willingness to travel as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing light-gauge steel and timber structures
• Previous project management experience or relevant certifications
• Experience developing engineering proposals and supporting business development
• Established relationships with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Active involvement in regional engineering or construction industry organizations
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams across multiple locations

Location & Work Model

• Washington, D.C. (hybrid)

Technologies

• RISA
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• RAM Structural System
• ETABS
• Enercalc

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary: USD 100,000–150,000 per year (based on qualifications and experience)
• Paid overtime: 1.0x hourly rate
• Annual performance bonus: discretionary, based on company, team, and individual performance
• Hybrid work schedule: flexible hybrid opportunity, subject to business needs
• 401(k) retirement plan: up to 5% employer matching with a 9% employee contribution
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development: continued education, career advancement, and leadership development
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities to work on high-impact engineering projects
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Note: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.