Entry Level Structural Engineer

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our Washington, DC or Tysons, VA offices.

You will assist on high-profile projects including the Final Design of the VRE L'Enfant Station in Washington, DC and Preliminary Engineering for the CC2DCA multimodal bridge connection in Arlington, VA, gaining exposure to major transit and rail initiatives. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis and 0–1 years of experience; EIT is

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience
• EIT preferred or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Assist on high-profile projects including Final Design of VRE L'Enfant Station in Washington, DC
• Preliminary Engineering for CC2DCA multimodal bridge connection project in Arlington, VA
• Arlington County Metro Ballston West Entrance Design-Build and other transit/rail projects
• Engineering support across project management, fieldwork, and design
• Drafting of project details using MicroStation and AutoCAD
• Develop construction documents and quantities/cost estimates
• Support Project Development from conceptual design through construction

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Entry Level Structural Engineer

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington | US-VA-Tysons Corner

Job Details

• ID: 2026-6416
• Category: Engineering
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Career Stage Type: Entry level
• # of Openings: 1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our group in our Washington, DC, or Tysons, VA offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist VHB team on high-profile projects like
  • Final Design of VRE L'Enfant Station in Washington, DC
  • Preliminary Engineering for CC2DCA multimodal bridge connection project in Arlington, VA
  • Arlington County Metro Ballston West Entrance Design-Build as well as several other high-profile transit and rail projects along the same corridor.
• Engineering efforts include supporting all aspects of project management, fieldwork, and design.
• Perform conceptual, preliminary, and final design of bridges, retaining walls, and simple vertical structures including traffic sign and signal supports
• Perform bridge inspections and load capacity ratings
• Perform bridge scoping studies and alternatives analyses
• Drafting of project details and plans using MicroStation software platforms
• Calculate construction item quantities and cost estimates
• Develop construction contract documents and specifications
• Support Project Development process from conceptual design through construction with supporting documentation
• Assist with preparing and documenting meetings with the design team, clients and major stakeholders
• Drafting of project details and plans using MicroStation or AutoCAD software platforms
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
• Comfortable working independently as well as on a team
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, and committed
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis)
• 0-1 years of experience
• EIT preferred or the ability to obtain within 6 months

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Washington, DC, is $86,000 to $88,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with 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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.