Senior Structural Engineer — Path to Principal Leadership

TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc.; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with a strong background in design of multi‑story buildings. The role emphasizes leadership, client development, and balance between technical work and business growth.

The candidate will lead a diverse team, manage projects and relationships with clients, partners, and employees, and help build an office culture around mentorship, resilience, and adaptability. A PE license and extensive experience are required.

Qualifications

• B.S. Civil Engineering required; MS degree a plus (structures emphasis).
• Licensed PE is required or in process for licensure.
• Minimum 15 years of design experience for multi‑story buildings at structural firms.
• Experience managing projects and clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience using structural design software ETABS, RAM SS, STAAD, SAFE, RISA, ADAPT, EnerCalc.

Responsibilities

• Design a wide variety of building structures using concrete, steel, masonry, and wood.
• Oversee design for commercial, residential, public sector, and storage buildings.
• Oversee construction administration activities on projects.
• Monitor and achieve all project deadlines.
• Ensure client satisfaction with all engineering services.
• Provide office leadership for the firm.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering or Structures

Tools

ETABS

RISA

SAFE

STAAD

RAM SS

ADAPT

EnerCalc

Job description

TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with a strong background in design of multi‑story buildings. The role emphasizes leadership, client development, and balance between technical work and business growth.

The candidate will lead a diverse team, manage projects and relationships with clients, partners, and employees, and help build an office culture around mentorship, resilience, and adaptability. A PE license and extensive experience are required.