Design, Retrofit, and Restoration Engineer
Location: Reston, Virginia
Join a well-established structural engineering firm with a strong reputation for innovative solutions in the structural design, retrofitting, and restoration of buildings. This firm has a proven track record in delivering high-quality structural engineering services to a range of clients across various industries, from commercial and civic buildings to hospitals, educational facilities, and cultural institutions.
As a Design, Retrofit, and Restoration Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, longevity, and functionality of both new and existing structures, using state-of-the-art design and assessment tools.
Responsibilities:
- Design and evaluate structural systems for new construction, additions, and renovations.
- Retrofit existing structures to meet the latest codes and standards.
- Conduct condition assessments of structures and provide detailed reports with repair and restoration recommendations.
- Collaborate with clients, architects, and contractors to develop designs that balance safety, functionality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable structural design codes and standards.
- Analyze the structural integrity of existing buildings and propose solutions for improvement.
- Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed structural designs and drawings.
Skills and Experience:
- In-depth understanding of structural engineering principles, including new construction, additions, and renovations.
- Experience in retrofitting and restoring existing structures to meet safety standards.
- Proficiency in structural design software (e.g., AutoCAD) and other computer-aided design tools.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate the condition of structures and develop solutions for restoration or retrofitting.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex engineering concepts to collaborators.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Engineer in Training (E.I.T) / Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in structural engineering (design, structural analysis, renovations, retrofits, etc).
- Interest in project management and organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel for site inspections and assessments as needed.
Additional Information:
Our firm has over three decades of experience across a diverse range of projects, including the design of new buildings, renovation of existing structures, and adaptive reuse of facilities. We specialize in providing innovative, cost-effective solutions that address complex structural challenges. Our projects often involve unique conditions such as building over or around existing facilities or restoring historic structures.
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $75,000 - $100,000, based on experience.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, with partial company contribution.
- Supplemental insurance options (Life, AD&D, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Critical Illness, etc.).
- Fully company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability benefits.
- 401K plan.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation days.
- Employee referral and recognition programs.
- Continuing education reimbursement and professional licensing assistance.
- Maternity leave, jury duty leave, and mobile phone reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Workers' Compensation.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe that successful projects begin with effective communication and collaboration. Our engineers participate in ongoing professional development through rigorous mentoring and expert-led training seminars. We are committed to delivering excellence on every project while fostering an environment of mutual support and professional growth.
