Staff Structural Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Arlington, VA is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to lead structural design for government and military facilities across the project lifecycle.

You will review drawings, update CAD/ BIM models, and compile data for client presentations while ensuring adherence to codes, budgets, and client needs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Structural Engineering and FE exam passed, with 3 years of structural experience.
• M.S. in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• EIT certification is required; PE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from concept through design completion.
• Review production drawings for government and military facilities.
• Design structural components per project manager needs.
• Apply standard engineering concepts and codes in structural services.
• Research project data as required by managers.
• Update drawings using CAD software and verify corrections.
• Prepare information for client presentations, shop drawings, and contracts.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, and calculations for clients.
• Adhere to policies and standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (Preferred)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (Required)

Tools

RISA 3D

ETABS

SAFE

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of government and military facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects, including, but not limited to, governmental and military facilities.

• Design structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.

• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.

• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.

• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of governmental and military facilities.

• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.

• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, AND 3 years of structural engineering experience.

• Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering (Preferred).

• Strong knowledge and proficiency in standard engineering techniques, procedures, and concepts.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment; demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D, ETABS, SAFE) and BIM/CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, and Tekla).

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Be able to obtain the credentials required for unescorted access to federal facilities, including eligibility for security clearance.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (Required).

• Professional Engineering (PE) Certification (Preferred).

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Structural Engineering

Primary Location

US-VA-Arlington

Other Locations

United States

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-JH #A&F