Senior Structural Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 88,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability benefits

401k retirement savings with Company matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer in Washington D.C. to take ownership of complex investigations within their Forensics Practice. The role involves evaluating distress, diagnosing structural failures, and mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, and be proficient in various engineering software. Compensation ranges from $88,000 to $98,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in structural or forensic engineering.
• Experience in forensic evaluations and technical report development.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and manage workloads proactively.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate distress and diagnose failures in various structures.
• Provide technical guidance to interns and entry-level engineers.
• Take ownership of forensic evaluations and propose solutions.

Skills

Structural engineering experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with SAP2000

Familiarity with AutoCAD

Education

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

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Revit

RAM

RISA-3D

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.

Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.

Your Role

As a Senior Structural Engineer in our Forensics Practice, you’ll take on increasingly complex investigations, evaluating distress, diagnosing failures, and shaping remediation strategies across a wide range of structures. You’ll exercise sound judgment in diagnosing issues, proposing solutions, and supporting litigation or insurance claims while guiding junior staff and contributing to multidisciplinary project environments. You will deepen your technical expertise, expand your project responsibilities, and gain direct exposure to clients and project management elements.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of forensic evaluations, applying advanced engineering principles to non-routine failures and performance issues.
• Develop and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support for interns and entry-level engineers, helping them learn best practices and navigate project tasks.
• Expand your project exposure by observing client interactions, gaining insight into scopes, services, and fee structures, and building a strong professional network within TT and across the industry.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in structural or forensic engineering with growing proficiency in tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA‑3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• Strong judgment, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to adapt design approaches for non‑routine components while working collaboratively under moderate supervision.
• Proven communication skills, reliability, and leadership behaviors including authenticity, trust‑building, and effective communication within your sphere of influence.
• Initiative to mentor junior staff, manage your workload proactively, and continue deepening your expertise in both technical forensic methods and project delivery fundamentals.

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $88,000 - $98,000 annually. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by District of Columbia 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.

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.