Structural Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k retirement savings with company匹配

Commuter transit

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti in New York is seeking a Structural Engineer in our Forensics Practice to investigate performance issues, evaluate damage, and support expert reporting and remediation design. This full-time role starts Winter 2027 and offers growth within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

You will work on projects applying forensic techniques using tools like SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, and Revit, while developing leadership skills and a deep understanding of structural failure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Familiarity with forensic investigation techniques and structural analysis tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with rigorous engineering check processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis and diagnostic evaluations for damaged structures.
• Prepare clear reports and visual documentation for technical and legal audiences.
• Participate in site inspections and field investigations.
• Support forensic process and remediation design under senior guidance.

Skills

SAP2000

ETABS

RAM

RISA-3D

PCA software

Revit

AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

RAM

RISA-3D

PCA software

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Your Role

As a Structural Engineer in our Forensics Practice, you will investigate structural performance issues, conduct failure analyses, and evaluate damage resulting from events such as storms, impacts, construction defects, or material degradation. You’ll contribute to technical investigations, expert reporting, litigation support, and remediation design, gaining foundational skills in the forensic process. With support from your team, you will work on projects in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, ideal for engineers eager to grow their technical and creative skills. This is a full-time position starting Winter 2027.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct structural analysis and diagnostic evaluations for damaged or distressed structures.
• Prepare clear, detailed reports and visual documentation for technical and legal audiences.
• Participate in site inspections and field investigations, including evidence collection.
• Build your early-career network and get to know TT’s culture, values, and services while practicing leadership behaviors like authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• Familiarity with forensic investigation techniques and structural analysis tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA-3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow through feedback.
• A detail-oriented approach with the ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts and check your work with care and curiosity.

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $77,000 - $90,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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