Junior Structural Engineer - Hybrid Work & Growth

VHB; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

VHB is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our Washington, DC, or Tysons, VA offices. The role focuses on the design of bridges, retaining walls, and related structures, supporting fieldwork, project management, and multi-discipline collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis), 0–1 year of experience, and an EIT is preferred or obtainable within 6 months. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in the DC/VA area with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis required.
• 0-1 years of experience or internship in structural engineering.
• EIT preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist on high-profile projects and support project management, fieldwork and design.
• Perform conceptual, preliminary, and final design of bridges, retaining walls, and simple vertical structures.
• Draft project details and plans using MicroStation or AutoCAD; develop quantities and cost estimates.
• Support development through design to construction with supporting documentation and meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

MS Office

Independent work

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

VHB is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our Washington, DC, or Tysons, VA offices. The role focuses on the design of bridges, retaining walls, and related structures, supporting fieldwork, project management, and multi-discipline collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis), 0–1 year of experience, and an EIT is preferred or obtainable within 6 months. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in the DC/VA area with competitive benefits.