Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural focus from an accredited institution
EIT certification, with a preference for PE certification
5-8 years of experience in building structural design
Strong creative problem-solving abilities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within teams
Interest in business development and marketing
Curiosity across multiple disciplines, with a detail-oriented mindset
Responsibilities
Design and serve as, or work with, the structural Engineer-of-Record for various building projects
Consult with clients and prospects on structural engineering work
Collaborate with MEP departments on infrastructure and fit-out projects
Adapt designs for diverse sectors: commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and retail
Support any structural engineering paths aligned with BALA's vision
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to five weeks of PTO plus eight paid holidays
Eight hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance with $5,250 match per year
Section 529 Plan for college savings
Employee Referral Program
One day of remote work available for full-time onsite roles
Full Job Description
Bala Structures is seeking a motivated structural engineer with 5-8 years of experience for our Arlington VA -DC area office. Strong interpersonal skills for developing client relationships is a must. We are looking at qualified applicants with diverse backgrounds to help continue to grow the Structures group at Bala.
This role will work in a multitude of services within structural engineering including, but not limited to:
Design and serve as, or work with, the structural E.O.R. for building designs of new construction, renovations and additions.
Provide consultations to clients and prospective clients for structural work.
Support BALA's MEP departments on infrastructure and fit-out projects.
Adapt to the varieties of business sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, institutional and retail.
In addition, we support any path within the realm of structural engineer that aligns with BALA's vision.
Job Requirements:
Structural Engineering, or Civil Degree with structural emphasis, from an accredited institution.
Registered EIT with a focus on Structural Engineering; Registered PE preferred
5-8 experience in structural design of buildings
Creative problem-solving skills
Capable of working individually, and in a team environment.
Ability to thrive in collaborative work situations.
A drive for thorough research, and multi-disciplinary curiosities.
An affinity for marketing and business development.
Bala offers comprehensive benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
Employee Referral Program
Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day of remote work
Accepting resumes from candidates only. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Bala Consulting Engineer's HR/Recruiting Department to submit resumes. This approval must be in the form of a valid fully executed contract for service as well as a request to submit candidates to a specific job opening. Bala Consulting Engineers will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place, or for positions for which candidates have not been specifically requested.
