Structural Project Engineer - Hybrid

LVI Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k with match

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates in Washington, DC area seeks a Structural Project Engineer to lead design on medium to large projects across mission critical, commercial, institutional and aviation sectors. The role offers a collaborative, employee-owned culture and a highly flexible hybrid/remote working environment.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with clients, manage contract documents, and contribute to technical leadership as the firm continues its growth in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of structural engineering experience focused on design.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering required.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain soon.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structures.
• Coordinate with clients to define project requirements.
• Direct project staff and supervise engineers and draft personnel.
• Prepare contract documents, drawings, and specifications.

Skills

Structural analysis software

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

A nationally recognized structural engineering and structural design firm with a strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to play a key role in their structural design practice. With a reputation for excellence in structural engineering, this employee-owned firm has been shaping complex projects for decades, delivering innovative solutions across mission critical, commercial, institutional, aviation, and public sector markets. This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects, collaborate with top professionals, and work on some of the region's most complex and technically challenging structures, all while enjoying a highly flexible hybrid/remote working environment.

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leader: Work with an award-winning firm specializing in structural design, partnering with some of the world's largest technology, mission critical, and infrastructure organizations.
• Exciting Projects: Be part of high-profile projects spanning data centers, aviation facilities, commercial developments, institutional buildings, and complex structural systems.
• Professional Growth: Gain immense mentorship, leadership opportunities, and a clear path to advancement within a growing and highly respected engineering practice.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate, innovative team that values technical expertise, entrepreneurial thinking, and creative problem-solving.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a strong salary, comprehensive benefits, bonus opportunities, and support for professional development and licensure.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Responsible for structural analysis, design, and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems
• Communicate with clients to understand project requirements
• Plan and formulate engineering program and organize project staff according to project requirements
• Perform analysis and design of structural systems for all types of buildings and materials using various building codes
• Manage other design team members and supervise the work of engineers and draft persons
• Direct project staff in preparing contract documents, such as drawings and specifications

Your Role:

• The Role as a Project Engineer to join our Structural Practice and work on medium to large-size projects such as mission critical facilities, aviation projects, commercial developments, and other complex structures
• Other projects include cultural buildings, office buildings, residential buildings, healthcare facilities, research centers, and tenant renovation work
• Responsibilities assist in the direction, coordination, planning, organization, integration, and completion of engineering projects within the area of assigned responsibility
• Communicate with clients to understand project requirements
• Plan and formulate engineering program and organize project staff according to project requirements
• Perform analysis and design of structural systems for all types of buildings and materials using various building codes
• Manage other design team members and supervise the work of engineers and draft persons
• Direct project staff in preparing contract documents, such as drawings and specifications

What they're Looking For:

• 4-6 years of structural engineering experience with a focus on structural design
• Must have a Masters degreee
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis software, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• PE License preferred (or ability to obtain in the near future).
• Exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Highly competitive base salary + (bonus at 10-15% of base) + ownership
• Leadership opportunity - managing a team of engineers below
• Technical leader opportunity
• Join a well-established employee-owned firm with a strong backlog of work, long-standing client relationships, and continued investment in its people and technical capabilities
• Benefits Depending on your employment status, benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments Fitness Reimbursement