Structural Engineer - Vertical Structures

Structural Engineer - Vertical Structures

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington US-VA-Tysons Corner

ID

2025-5255

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Structural Engineer - Vertical Structures Hybrid

In this position, you would serve an important role in planning, analysis, design, detailing of new building structures and existing building renovation, with a current focus on transportation-related buildings such as rail and transit stations, parking facilities, and highway and railroad overbuilds. The ideal candidate should possess a "can-do" attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast paced, and fun environment. The position includes significant opportunities for personal and professional development and growth within VHB's emerging building design practice in Washington DC and Tysons Corner VA.

Responsibilities Develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for transportation related building structures

Supports and mentors junior team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc. Provides technical oversight and review of structural designs.

Monitors of project budgets and schedules

Assists with proposals and presentations for rail/transit pursuits

Support building structural projects across VHB's footprint

Skills & Abilities

Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering

Must possess strong technical skills with knowledge of various building structural systems and codes

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrates excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing

Team oriented with strong capability to work independently

Robust technical and critical thinking skills

Strong project management skills

Proactive and self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and quality

Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of staff working remotely

Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility

Motivated to mentor junior staff

Strong organizational and time management skills

Proficiency in the use of structural engineering and BIM software such as 3D Finite Element, RISA 3D, STAAD.pro PCA Design Software, RAM Steel, Tekla, MathCAD, Revit, AutoCAD, and Microstation

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required, master's degree preferred (may substitute for 1 year of experience)

5-8 years of structural engineering experience required.

Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) or ability to obtain within 6 months

Experience with structural building renovations and new structural building construction on shallow and deep foundation

Experience working on projects owned and operated by transit agencies such as WMATA, VRE, Amtrak, and/or other rail transit adjacencies preferred

DC, VA and MD station experience preferred

Familiarity with Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build project delivery

Hiring Salary Range - $100,000 - $115,000. However, the final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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