Structural Project Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-27
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Engineering
Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering
Integrity in Design. Leadership in Action.
Are you an experienced Structural Project Engineer who enjoys the 'puzzle' of complex building systems? Thompson & Litton is looking for a self-motivated professional to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team. From designing high-performance systems for new institutional landmarks to conducting vital structural investigations on existing facilities, you will be a key player in delivering safe, innovative solutions to our communities.
The Role:Analysis, Leadership, and Oversight As a Structural Project Engineer at T&L, you will go beyond the calculations to lead the structural narrative of a project. You will:
- Determine System Choices: Perform and provide direction for structural design, calculations, and system selection across a variety of building types.
- Lead the Project Design Group: Oversee the work of entry-level engineers and technicians, ensuring the production of high-quality design drawing packages.
- Be a Field Expert: Conduct site visits and forensic structural investigations for renovations and additions to assess existing conditions.
- Collaborate Across Trades: Interface with architects and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated, on-budget project delivery.
- Utilize Specialty Software for Analysis and Design: Become proficient in utilizing the RISA suite of software and Enercalc to economize your designs and increase efficiency.
- Manage the Lifecycle: Generate construction specifications using CSI-based templates and handle contract administration, including RFIs and submittal reviews.
- Experience: Ideally 5–7+ years of dedicated experience as a Structural Project Engineer or structural designer within the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis (ABET-accredited).
- Credentials: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee, Virginia, or West Virginia is required, with the ability to obtain licensure in other states in the near future.
- Material Mastery: Proficient in design using Steel, Concrete, Wood, Masonry, PEMB, and Light Gauge Steel.
- Strategic Thinking: Experience estimating engineering effort and managing project scopes.
Invested in Your Growth and Advancement We don’t just offer a job; we build lifelong careers. At Thompson & Litton, we believe in promoting from within and actively investing in your continuous professional development. Whether it’s supporting advanced technical certifications, expanding your project management capabilities, or providing clear pathways to firm leadership, we ensure our engineers have the tools and structural support to continuously advance.
True Ownership: 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)What sets T&L apart is that we are a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you aren't just an employee working to build someone else's equity—you are a direct shareholder. This structure cultivates a highly collaborative culture wherein everyone shares a stake in our collective success. When the firm grows and thrives, your personal bottom line benefits directly.
Additional Perks & Benefits
- True Flexibility: We work where we are most effective—in the office, from home, in the field, and in the community. We offer great flexible hours to support your professional and personal life.
- Beyond the Years: We value your professional goals and the specific depth of your experience just as much as your 'years of practice.'
- Creative Involvement: You aren't just a production engineer here; you are welcomed into the creative process to provide excellent solutions for our clients.
- Stability & Reward: Join a firm with a broad regional footprint and a diverse project portfolio that offers long-term career stability. Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a superior benefits package including comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, and a generous PTO policy.
If you're excited about stepping into a Structural Project Engineer role with an award-winning team committed to community impact while owning a piece of the firm, we want to hear from you!
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