Structural Engineer

About the role

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural analysis and diagnostic evaluations for damaged or distressed structures.
• Prepare clear, detailed reports and visual documentation for technical and legal audiences.
• Participate in site inspections and field investigations, including evidence collection.
• Contribute to technical investigations, expert reporting, litigation support, and remediation design.
• Build your early-career network and get to know TT’s culture, values, and services while practicing leadership behaviors like authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• Familiarity with forensic investigation techniques and structural analysis tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA-3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow through feedback.
• A detail-oriented approach with the ability to apply fundamental engineering concepts and check your work with care and curiosity.

Qualifications

• Passion for forensic engineering and a commitment to excellence in problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with forensic investigation techniques and structural analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Skills

• Structural analysis and diagnostic evaluation skills.
• Technical writing and report preparation abilities.
• Site inspection and evidence collection proficiency.
• Collaborative and team-oriented working style.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare.
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Commuter Transit (where available).
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
• Fitness Reimbursement.
• Various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives.

Pay

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate project needs and personal commitments.

Skills

• Structural analysis and diagnostic evaluation skills.
• Technical writing and report preparation abilities.
• Site inspection and evidence collection proficiency.
• Collaborative and team-oriented working style.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare.
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Commuter Transit (where available).
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
• Fitness Reimbursement.
• Various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives.