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Structural Engineer

APTIM
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026

Job Overview:

APTIM is seeking a Structural Engineer to support a varying portfolio of projects for Federal and commercial clients. APTIM structural engineers lend their knowledge and experience to projects for the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, local authorities (nationwide), commercial retail companies, oil and gas providers and various coastal protection authorities.

Examples of engineering work include: building design, waterfront structures design, foundation design, existing structures evaluation and design (concrete, masonry, steel and heavy timber), design of temporary structures for construction activities, demolition planning, construction rigging and lifting plans, mechanical system structural support design, and aboveground storage tank systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • A full understanding of structural engineering resolving a wide range of issues in creative ways.
  • Broad application of principles, theories and concepts in structural engineering, plus working knowledge of other related fields.
  • Provides resolution to a diverse scope and range of complex problems.
  • Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
  • Development of project design basis, development of calculations, development of specifications, and performance of detailed engineering.
  • Ensures conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Contributes to a team environment.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Requires Bachelors Degree in Civil (or related degree). A Masters Degree in Structural Engineering is a plus.
  • 2-8 years related experience.
  • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and technical engineering software such as STAAD or ANSYS), some CADD experience (Autocad and/or Microstation) along with good verbal and writing skills.
  • EIT/FE and on path to obtain PE or SE.
  • PE or SE is a plus
  • Nuclear experience is a plus
  • Finite element analysis experience is a plus
  • Candidates must be willing to travel for infrequent field assignments.

ABOUT APTIM

APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What you can expect from APTIM:

  • Work that is worthy of your time and talent
  • Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
  • Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
  • A voice in making our company better
  • Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10 carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
  • 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
    • APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
    • APTIM - Helpful Documents

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