Senior Structural Engineer

Wyetech; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 93,387 - 134,894; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% contribution to SEP IRA

Generous PTO plan

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible contract locations

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to provide essential support on U.S. Government projects. The role includes coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Candidates must have at least 10 years in the construction field and hold a Top Secret security clearance. Strong analytical and communication skills are vital, alongside proficiency in relevant engineering tools. The position offers competitive hourly pay rates and significant benefits, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance required.
• Minimum of 10 years in the construction industry.
• Good communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Structural Engineering support for projects.
• Coordinate with construction teams and contractors.
• Conduct field inspections and develop technical papers.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Blast effect modeling tools

Job description

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award‑winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real‑world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world‑class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.

We are looking for an amazingly talented Senior Structural Engineer to join our team! In this role you will provide Structural Engineering support to design and construction oversight for a prominent U.S. Government customer.

While this effort does not involve performing actual construction activities, it will require close coordination with ongoing construction projects to meet critical deadlines, address logistical challenges, and minimize disruptions to operations. Personnel with relevant backgrounds in areas such as construction management, infrastructure planning, and financial oversight will play a key role in navigating technical, logistical, and financial requirements while ensuring compliance with the customer’s stringent security protocols and operational standards. This role will support the completion of a wide range of Structural Engineering assignments, including analysis of technical issues, review of technical documents, performance of field inspections, and development of technical papers.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary architecture/engineering/construction teams, third‑party contractors, and other government agencies to advance the customer’s protective mission.
• Utilize drawings, specifications, photographs, and other information to support projects to assess and improve site and building security.
• Review and provide comments on deliverables for analysis, design, and construction projects.
• Coordinate with program managers to develop, maintain, and update the program’s strategy, budgeting, scheduling, and planning documents, as well as documentation of meetings and past activities.
• Engage and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, third‑party contractors, and other government agencies to plan and execute design and construction projects.
• Coordinate with program managers to develop Scopes of Work (SOWs) and prepare contract packages for future acquisitions.
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities, work independently, and develop solutions to problems.
• Experience with blast effect modeling tools, e.g., VAPO, 3d Blast, Urban Blast Tool, Extreme Loading for Structures (ELS).
• Strong organizational, communication, project management, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• Experience with reviewing and understanding construction drawings, construction specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience working on large construction projects and interfacing with contractors, subcontractors, design team members, and owner’s representatives.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree and/or Professional Engineer license preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience providing program or project management support and/or roles in the construction industry.
• Good communication and analytical skills

Required Technical Skills

• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of word processing and integrated software applications.

The Benefits Package

• Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee’s gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Additional benefits include:

• Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision and Dental
• Life and AD&D Benefits
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

Company Environment & Perks

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
• Mobility Among Wyetech‑supported Contracts
• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
• Various team‑building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
• Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.

$67.79 - $97.92 an hour

Pay Range: $67.79 - $97.92 per hour*

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location. *Hourly pay rates reflect the pre‑benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.