Thornton Tomasetti

Structural Senior Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti$88K — $98K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred.
  • 2+ years in structural or forensic engineering; familiarity with SAP2000, ETABS, RAM and similar tools.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and adaptability in non-routine cases with moderate supervision.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Proactive in mentoring junior staff and managing workloads while deepening technical expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of complex forensic evaluations regarding structural failures.
  • Develop and review precise technical reports to support findings.
  • Guide junior engineers and interns, fostering their professional development.
  • Engage in client interactions, gaining insights into project scopes and fee structures.
  • Contribute to multidisciplinary teams to shape remediation strategies.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability benefits.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare expenses.
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including Family Leave for New Parents and Volunteer Time.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for career development.
  • 401k retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Fitness Reimbursement and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description

OurForensicspractice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.

Your Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer in our Forensics Practice, you’ll take on increasingly complex investigations, evaluating distress, diagnosing failures, and shaping remediation strategies across a wide range of structures. You’ll exercise sound judgment in diagnosing issues, proposing solutions, and supporting litigation or insurance claims while guiding junior staff and contributing to multidisciplinary project environments. You will deepen your technical expertise, expand your project responsibilities, and gain direct exposure to clients and project management elements. 

WhatYou’llDo

  • Take ownership of forensic evaluations, applying advanced engineering principles to non-routine failures and performance issues. 

  • Develop and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

  • Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support for interns and entry-level engineers, helping them learn best practices and navigate project tasks.

  • Expand your project exposure byobservingclient interactions, gaining insight into scopes, services, and fee structures, and building a strong professional network within TT and across the industry.

What You’ll Bring 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master’s or PhD preferred. 

  • 2+ years of experience in structural or forensic engineering with growing proficiency in tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA-3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD. 

  • Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt design approaches for non-routine components while working collaboratively under moderate supervision. 

  • Proven communication skills, reliability, and leadership behaviors including authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication within your sphere of influence. 

  • Initiative to mentor junior staff, manage your workload proactively, and continue deepening your expertise in both technical forensic methods and project delivery fundamentals. 

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $88,000 - $98,000 annually.  Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by District of Columbia Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and 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

  • And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

About Thornton Tomasetti

Thornton Tomasetti is an engineering and design firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the construction industry. The company's services include structural engineering, façade engineering, sustainability consulting, and more. Thornton Tomasetti is committed to providing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges, and has worked on some of the world's most iconic buildings. The company was founded in 1956 and is based in New York, NY.
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1,500 employees
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Founded
1933

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