Structural Engineer, Design - Entry Level

SK&A Structural Engineers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Discretionary semi-annual bonuses

Health care benefits

Paid time off

401(k) / Profit sharing

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

SK&A is seeking a personable, team-focused structural engineer to join our fast-paced design team in the DC area. You will collaborate with project engineers, PMs, Principals, and external consultants to deliver sound, cost‑effective structural solutions across a range of projects.

The ideal candidate has 0–5 years of experience, strong communication skills, and hands-on Revit Structure experience. Our firm emphasizes client service, mentorship, and career development within a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering; MS preferred.
• 0–5 years in structural engineering consulting and design for mid to large projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build client rapport.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMs and Principals with design of structural systems for commercial, institutional, and multi-family buildings.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, and analysis of new structures.
• Develop structural plans, details, and sections for construction drawings in Revit, RamConcept, AutoCAD.
• Prepare project specifications.
• Perform construction-related services: shop drawing reviews, RFIs, site observations, and occasional inspections.
• Interact with outside architectural teams to resolve design and construction issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Client rapport

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Structural Engineering (MS preferred)

Tools

Revit Structure

AutoCAD

Ram Concept

Job description

Description

SK&A is seeking a personable, team-focused, highly motivated, and results-oriented individual to join our highly regarded Structural Design team. The ideal candidate should be excited to work in a fast-paced environment where client successes and our employee’s career development are most important. As part of the SK&A family, engineers work closely with project engineers, project managers, Principals, and other key team members – owner/owner’s rep, architect and MEP consultants - to deliver sound, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions. You will have exposure to all aspects and phases of the projects from the onset.

About SK&A

SK&A is the largest single discipline consulting structural engineering firm in the region, with offices in Potomac, Maryland and Washington, DC. Our team provides a full spectrum of structural engineering services for public and private sector clients with a strong focus on proactive client service and sustainability. Our services include analysis and design of new buildings, renovation and repair of existing structures, and specialized services such as dynamic analysis for wind and seismic design as well as security and force protection issues, building envelope consulting and waterproofing.

SK&A’s extensive award-winning portfolio is comprised of projects within urban environments ranging from multi-story commercial, office, and mixed-use buildings to institutional, academic, retail, healthcare, and government facilities. Celebrating our 65th Anniversary in 2025, our organization has a long reputation for success and is proud to be an integral part of some of the region’s largest and most notable commercial development projects. We pride ourselves on our reputation for creative problem solving, and our long-term client relationships, built on an understanding of, and total commitment to achieving, our clients’ goals and vision.

When you join the SK&A team, you’ll immediately be part of something bigger, part of a workforce that is continually transforming the region through a broad variety of unique and significant projects. You’ll be part of giving back to the community through programs like athletic games with JDRF, building gingerbread structures in Gingertown, and run/walkathons to support St. Jude’s. You’ll be connected with your coworkers in a “work hard, play hard” environment that enjoys frequent social gatherings from “Ice Cream Fridays” and holiday parties to game nights and company picnics. You’ll be supported in your career growth with our mentorship and professional development programs. In short, you’ll be a vital, valued member of a company determined to equip you for growth and success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Principals with design of structural systems for commercial, institutional, and multi-family residential buildings
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, and analysis of new structures
• Develop structural plans, details, and sections for construction drawings using various structural engineering software programs including Revit, RamConcept, AutoCAD, etc.
• Prepare project specifications.
• Perform construction related services including shop drawing reviews, response to requests for information, periodic construction site observation, and occasional specialized structural inspections.
• Interact with outside architectural teams to discuss any issues that may arise during design and construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science with concentration in Structural Engineering. MS preferred.
• 0-5 years’ experience in structural engineering consulting and design with mid to large commercial and multi-family housing projects
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience with Building Information Modeling using Revit Structure
• Able to build rapport with clients, co-workers, and sub-contractors

Other Compensation And Benefits

This position is eligible for overtime pay equal to your hourly rate aka straight time and discretionary semi-annual bonuses. SK&A offers comprehensive health care benefits for employees and their family members, nine paid holidays, three weeks of Paid Time Off, accrued over the course of the year, 401(k) / Profit Share, life insurance, group disability insurance, six weeks of paid Parental Leave, travel discounts, health savings accounts for employees enrolled in our medical insurance, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and other life and work wellness benefits.

Salary Description

$34.00 - $40.00/hour