Structural Engineer, PE, SE

Job Title

Structural Engineer, PE - Mid-Level

Chicago, IL;
Atlanta, GA; or Washington D.C. (Chantilly, VA)

We are seeking a Structural Engineer, PE to join our growing team in Chicago, IL;
Atlanta, GA; or Washington D.C. (Chantilly, VA). Ideal candidates are independent thinkers, self‑motivated, communicate proactively, manage tasks with minimal oversight, and enjoy collaborating with other disciplines throughout the design process.

Annual base range: $113,200–$131,400.

• Develop plans and details for foundations, buildings, and structures based on preliminary concepts, sketches, calculations, or verbal instructions.
• Oversee the creation and manage structural models and project drawings prepared by junior engineers and BIM staff using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Apply knowledge of structural steel, cold‑formed steel, reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and related drafting conventions.
• Understand the scope of SD, DD, and CD phases and produce drawings appropriate to each stage.
• Manage RFIs, submittals during construction phase and participate in contractor‑client conflict resolution.
• Contribute to the development of cost estimates.
• Research domestic and international materials, products, and systems to support design decisions and specifications.
• Conduct safe and accurate site surveys and develop existing conditions documentation.
• Travel onsite to project fields for client meetings and site inspections (approximately 25% of time).

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis) from an ABET accredited university.
• 5+ years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required;
  Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in both vertical and horizontal designs.
• Strong skills in structural analysis and finite element modeling; ability to learn specialized software as needed.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit.
• Experience with federal design projects and Whole Building Design Guide is a plus.
• Understanding of anti-terrorism, force protection, hardening, and blast design is highly sought.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

• Experience supporting facilities for Federal Government clients sector is highly desirable.

• Clear career progression toward senior or technical specialist roles.
• Opportunities to work on high impact federal and mission‑critical facilities.
• Flexible work arrangements (in office or hybrid).
• Professional development support (SE licensure, conferences, training).
• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options.
• Company HSA funding contributions.
• Company‑sponsored Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%.
• Wellness reimbursement on fitness memberships and other qualified programs.
  
  Pre‑tax funds on qualified transportation and parking expenses.
• Learning & Development tuition reimbursement.
• Generous PTO policy.

Exp Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, and Family and Medical Leave.

U.S. citizenship is required for all positions in accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b.2c.

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