Structural Engineer Technical Discipline Lead

Looking for an opportunity to further your career with a top ranked globally positioned firm AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our highly collaborative and motivated staff in our Roanoke Virginia offices Building Engineering practice. It is an opportunity to apply your talents to some of the worlds most challenging interesting and meaningful projects in an environment committed to excellence in innovation technical quality and client service. The Structural Engineer will perform the following duties:

This person will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Serve as Senior technical resource and project lead for the preparation of structural engineering deliverables for commercial and governmental facilities.
• Independently perform and review structural calculations drawings specifications and reports.
• Lead a group of engineers and BIM technicians focused on structural and multi-discipline projects.
• Conduct conditions assessments feasibility studies and structural investigations of existing buildings.
• Oversee construction administration activities including submittal reviews RFI responses and site observations.
• Perform quality control reviews of calculations and drawings prepared by others.
• Significantly contribute to interdisciplinary coordination and design reviews.
• Assist department in developing standards and maintaining current code and practice knowledge.
• Mentor less experienced structural engineers and support their career growth.
• Represent structural engineering in client meetings and presentations.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited program plus 6 years of relevant structural engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid Professional Engineer license recognized by a state licensing board
• U.S. Citizenship due to the nature of the work

Preferred Requirements

• Masters degree in Structural Engineering
• 10 or more years of experience with an engineering firm designing structural systems for commercial and institutional facilities
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Proven experience with major building codes (IBC ASCE 7 ACI 318 AISC TMS NDS)
• Proficient in the use of 3D structural analysis software (RAM Structural ETABS RISA SAP2000 etc.)
• Demonstrated experience designing concrete and steel structures.
• Strong written communication presentation and client interface skills
• Proficiency with Revit Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Antiterrorism/Force Protection and Blast Resistant structural design.

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time