Join a small and growing engineering and consulting firm that provides a full range of structural engineering and consulting services for a variety of project types. The firm specializes in structural design, forensic engineering, condition assessments, feasibility studies, and cost estimates. The projects include community centers, educational facilities, parking garages, cultural centers, offices, and airport terminals. The company excels in producing output in both BIM and traditional CADD formats, offering expertise in traditional structural analysis and advanced dynamic modeling of buildings and structures.
ResponsibilitiesUtilize Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD software with a focus on structural engineering design.Edit and manipulate REVIT families and their parameters.Set up new projects independently and link outside models into structural models.Extract model elements such as grid lines and project levels for use in the structural model.Assist in the preparation of construction contract documents, plans, and reports.Conduct structural engineering analyses and design for projects of all sizes.Work on several projects concurrently.Perform calculations using company standard software.Communicate effectively with strong interpersonal skills.
Essential SkillsProficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD software.Experience with structural analysis and design.Ability to edit and manipulate REVIT families.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in residential or commercial project design.Ability to take on design projects with oversight.Experience in structural steel design.
Work Environment
The position is based in an office located in Fairfax. The role primarily involves design work with occasional opportunities to visit project sites. The company offers a supportive environment where you will have the chance to work closely with the owner, gaining valuable experience. After a 12-month contract period, benefits include a 401K and 100% coverage of employee health benefits. There is also the potential for occasional remote work once you demonstrate competence.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, District of Columbia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $130000.00/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 Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.
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.
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