Senior Engineer - Structural

Walter P Moore; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 106,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Walter P Moore in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Engineer - Structural to contribute to design of large commercial structures and lead aspects of project delivery. The role requires 4–8 years of experience, a Master's in Civil Engineering (Structural), and PE licensure, with opportunities to work on national and international projects.

The firm emphasizes collaboration with clients, architects, and contractors, and offers a path for growth within a respected, global engineering practice.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in relevant commercial building design.
• Demonstrated career growth including project management experience.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of residence.
• Experience designing commercial building structures.
• Strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and a client-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Join the Structural Engineering team and contribute to the design of large commercial structures with construction costs of $25 million and up.
• Utilize 4–8 years of relevant experience to design office buildings, healthcare facilities, sports venues, and other large projects.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, developers, institutions, and contractors on major projects across the United States and internationally.
• Bring a high energy level, self-motivation, proactivity, and a strong customer-service orientation to the team.

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of residence

Experience designing commercial building structures

Job description

Senior Engineer - Structural

Job Location: US-DC-Washington

Req Number: 2025-3802

Category: Experienced Roles

Overview

Walter P Moore is an international engineering firm dedicated to solving complex structural and infrastructure challenges. We provide structural, diagnostics, civil, and other engineering services with a focus on cost- and resource-efficient, forward-thinking solutions. Founded in 1931, we have 800+ professionals across 24 U.S. offices and 7 international locations.

Responsibilities

• Join the Structural Engineering team and contribute to the design of large commercial structures with construction costs of $25 million and up.
• Utilize 4–8 years of relevant experience to design office buildings, healthcare facilities, sports venues, and other large projects.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, developers, institutions, and contractors on major projects across the United States and internationally.
• Bring a high energy level, self-motivation, proactivity, and a strong customer-service orientation to the team.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in relevant commercial building design
• Demonstrated career growth including project management experience
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of residence
• Experience designing commercial building structures
• Strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and a client-service orientation

Salary Disclosure: This position has an annual salary range and is offered in good faith as an estimate. The actual offered salary depends on knowledge, skills, abilities, geographic location, and internal equity. Walter P Moore reserves the right to adjust the offered range accordingly and does not discriminate based on protected status.

Salary: $106K - $126K in Washington, DC

Equal Opportunity: Walter P Moore is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.