Staff Structural Engineer

Arcadis; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO 15 days

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer with 6+ years of project experience to join our hybrid USA team. You will guide design across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, technology, utilities, and rail, mentoring juniors and leading key components.

Licensed PE or Senior EIT preparing for the PE exam within six months is welcomed. Travel for client meetings and site visits may be required, and collaboration with the Engineer of Record is essential to ensure code compliance and quality.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of structural engineering project experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Senior EIT candidate preparing for the PE exam within six months.
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and initiative skills.
• Excellent knowledge of U.S. National codes and standards (IBC, ACI, AISC, etc.).
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (RISA, ETABS) and BIM tools (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to establish codes, loads, analysis methods, and tools; seismic analysis experience is a plus.
• Execute technical work with increased complexity requiring senior review.
• Engage across engineering disciplines, office/project staff, clients, and subcontractors throughout the project life cycle; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Develop calculations, plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Exercise judgment on work details and in selecting and adapting engineering alternatives.
• Perform Construction Administration duties, including field observation reports, RFIs, and submittal reviews.
• Travel as needed for client meetings and site visits.

Skills

6+ years experience

PE license or Senior EIT

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Initiative

Oral and written communication

US codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

RISA

ETABS

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Position – Staff Structural Engineer (PE or Senior EIT)

Location: USA – Hybrid Role

Arcadis is a leading provider of sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. Dedicated to improving the quality of life, Arcadis operates across 70+ countries.

Role Description

Arcadis seeks an experienced Structural Engineer with 6+ years of project experience to join our growing team. If you thrive on complex structural challenges, a wide range of materials, and multidisciplinary collaboration, this role offers clear opportunities to progress into senior technical or project leadership positions. Your responsibilities will include leading key project components, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to high‑quality design solutions across sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, technology, utilities, and rail. The role welcomes both licensed Professional Engineers (PE) and experienced EIT candidates preparing for the PE exam within the next six months. Some travel for project work and client visits within the United States may be required.

Role Accountabilities

• Collaborate with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to establish codes, loads, analysis methods, and tools; seismic analysis experience is a plus.
• Execute technical work with increased complexity requiring senior review.
• Engage across engineering disciplines, office/project staff, clients, and subcontractors throughout the project life cycle; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Develop calculations, plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Exercise judgment on work details and in selecting and adapting engineering alternatives.
• Perform Construction Administration duties, including field observation reports, RFIs, and submittal reviews.
• Travel as needed for client meetings and site visits.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 6+ years of structural engineering project experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Senior EIT candidate preparing for the PE exam within the next six months.
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and initiative skills.
• Excellent knowledge of U.S. National codes and standards (IBC, ACI, AISC, etc.).
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (RISA, ETABS) and BIM tools (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Why Arcadis?

Arcadis empowers talent to reach their full potential. We champion a skills‑based approach, allowing your unique expertise to shape your career path and maximize impact across sustainable projects worldwide. Your work will influence the future of the planet and leave a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Arcadis promotes equality and inclusion, holding ourselves accountable for non‑discriminatory practices. We welcome applicants regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or veteran status.

Benefits

Benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions include medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition, wellness, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, nine paid holidays, and 15 days PTO that accrue annually. Salary range: $85,000–$125,000 based on experience, education, and role requirements.