Structural Engineer (Mid to Senior level)

About the Role

Progressive Design, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer and a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer for a full-time, direct-hire position in Midlothian, VA (Richmond, VA area). This role focuses on design engineering for a mid-size consulting firm, primarily serving heavy industrial clients with small to mid-sized projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil and/or structural design duties as stand-alone projects or as part of multi-disciplined projects.
• Assist project managers in developing estimates, schedules, material lists, design concepts, design drawings, and other project documentation.
• Conduct field work and technical research.
• Maintain project files and documentation using document control databases.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all deliverable products and services.
• Track and comply with scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Perform field work in industrial environments to collect design information and verify tie-ins, function, and clearances.
• Provide temporary field support for engineering during construction when assigned.
• Assist with cost and material estimates and preliminary design studies.
• Directly interface with clients.
• Check the accuracy and quality of drawings.

Requirements

• Civil/Structural Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited undergraduate program.
• Heavy focus in structural engineering.
• 5+ years of heavy industrial experience in structural engineering.
• Preferred coursework in AutoCAD, Revit, 3D CAD, or RISA 3D.
• Knowledge of basic civil and structural material specifications.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented and a team player.
• Virginia Professional Engineer license preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in teams.
• Passion for design work.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Work-life balance
• Paid overtime
• Performance-based bonus
• 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

The salary range for this position is $130k-$160k with a 10% discretionary bonus target.

Company Overview

Progressive Design, Inc. (PDI) is a private, family-owned, Heavy Industrial Engineering & Design Consulting firm founded in 1986. With consistent growth, PDI has become one of the largest privately held multi-discipline engineering firms in central Virginia. In 2021, Erica Burgess, the daughter of founder Robert Ranson, acquired ownership, establishing PDI as a Woman-Owned business. PDI serves Fortune 500 companies across various industries, offering services from EPC/Turnkey projects to detailed project/construction estimates.