• Staff Structural Engineer

    Actalent (Chesapeake, VA)


    Job Title: Staff Structural EngineerJob Description

     

    The Staff Civil/Structural Engineer plays a crucial role in project teams, ensuring the creation of world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments with a focus on marine structures such as piers, wharfs, bulkheads, and fender systems. This position demands a balance between design integrity and project constraints by developing comprehensive civil and structural plans that meet technical requirements, budget, and client expectations.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate with Senior Civil/Structural Engineers to lead the civil/structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through to design completion.

    + Design and analyze civil/structural components for a variety of projects.

    + Apply advanced knowledge of civil/structural engineering design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.

    + Conduct research and compile project-related data, studies, and reports.

    + Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and other engineering documents.

    + Lead client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.

    + Perform and oversee field inspections, measurements, and calculations.

    + Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    + Comply with all policies and standards.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program, or a Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, or related engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

    + Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in civil/structural engineering, preferably in a consulting environment.

    + Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is required.

    + Professional Engineer (PE) license is strongly preferred, or the ability to obtain one within a year.

    + Advanced knowledge of standard civil/structural engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, and RISA-3D.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead tasks.

    + Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

    + Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.

    + Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

    Work Environment

    This position is primarily office-based with occasional site visits. It offers the option for 9/80 scheduling. The company operates as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) entity, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work culture.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.