Licensed Engineer​/Architect

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Licensed Engineer / Architect

WDP is hiring in Blacksburg, Charlottesville, and Manassas, VA, and New York, NY!

Join a nationally recognized consulting engineering firm solving complex structural and building enclosure challenges across the United States. If you're a licensed Engineer or Architect looking to expand your leadership skills while working on historic preservation, forensic investigations, restoration, and new construction projects, we'd like to hear from you. This position offers significant opportunities for technical specialization, project management, leadership development, and career advancement within a growing national consulting engineering firm.

Ideal candidates have experience with one or more of the following:

• Evaluating structural or architectural failures
• Assessing deterioration, code deficiencies, and safety concerns
• Designing structural and building enclosure repairs
• Preparing construction documents for restoration and renovation projects

You’ll work on projects involving:

• Structural failure investigations
• Building enclosure evaluations
• Historic preservation
• Facade and roofing rehabilitation
• Restoration and renovation design
• Forensic engineering

Why Join WDP?

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid professional memberships and continuing education
• Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Collaborative culture with opportunities for advancement

WDP fosters a collaborative environment where employees at every level are encouraged to contribute ideas, ask questions, and grow professionally. New team members receive regular mentorship from senior staff, while employee committees promote professional development, wellness, safety, and community involvement. We believe investing in our people leads to exceptional client service and long-term career satisfaction. WDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Architecture (advanced degrees are valued but not required)
• Registered Architect or Licensed Engineer
• 3+ years of related experience
• The desire to engage in hands‑on field investigations
• Willingness to perform field investigations and travel as project needs require
• Valid driver's license, driving history, and background verifications
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship