What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Structural Engineer position at Bennett & Pless, Inc.?
Who We Are
For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 10 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 11 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base.
What You Will Do
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join our growing team in our Loudoun, VA office. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the structural engineering design and delivery of a wide variety of projects, overseeing the full project lifecycle from concept development through construction completion. You will serve as a technical leader on projects, applying sound engineering judgment to develop practical, efficient design solutions while ensuring quality, accuracy, and client satisfaction.
The Senior Engineer will work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and internal project teams to coordinate design efforts, resolve technical challenges, and support successful project execution. Depending on project needs and experience, you may serve as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record. This role also includes attending project meetings, participating in business development activities, and helping strengthen existing client relationships while identifying opportunities for future work.
We are seeking an engineer with strong technical expertise, a commitment to engineering excellence, and a passion for mentoring others. You'll provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and designers, helping develop the next generation of talent while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment. This position offers a clear path for continued professional growth and leadership development. As our Loudoun office continues to expand, there will be opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, influence the growth of the team, and ultimately transition into a future Engineering Supervisor role.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, building client relationships, and helping shape the future of a growing office and organization.
Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For:
At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.
As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.
We Have An Employee-focused Benefits Package That Includes
Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 10 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 11 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base.
What You Will Do
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join our growing team in our Loudoun, VA office. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the structural engineering design and delivery of a wide variety of projects, overseeing the full project lifecycle from concept development through construction completion. You will serve as a technical leader on projects, applying sound engineering judgment to develop practical, efficient design solutions while ensuring quality, accuracy, and client satisfaction.
The Senior Engineer will work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and internal project teams to coordinate design efforts, resolve technical challenges, and support successful project execution. Depending on project needs and experience, you may serve as Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record. This role also includes attending project meetings, participating in business development activities, and helping strengthen existing client relationships while identifying opportunities for future work.
We are seeking an engineer with strong technical expertise, a commitment to engineering excellence, and a passion for mentoring others. You'll provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and designers, helping develop the next generation of talent while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment. This position offers a clear path for continued professional growth and leadership development. As our Loudoun office continues to expand, there will be opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, influence the growth of the team, and ultimately transition into a future Engineering Supervisor role.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, building client relationships, and helping shape the future of a growing office and organization.
Responsibilities
- Interacts with clients attending client, architect, and contractor meetings, reviewing structural documentation, and supervising/mentoring junior staff.
- Oversight of design calculations, preparation of the construction documents, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, site reviews, and RFI responses.
- Coordinates information across all disciplines to ensure deliverables are compliant with client expectations and Bennett & Pless quality levels.
- Performs QA/QC of work performed by others.
- Mentors and provides oversight to engineering team. Responsible for the learning, professional development, and growth of the assigned team, as well as training and career development.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, Master’s degree preferred.
- Active Professional Engineer license.
- 10 years’ experience required in structural engineering.
- People management experience
- Experience with industry standard software, including but not limited to Tekla Structural Designer (TSD), ETABS, SAFE, SAP, Microsoft products, Bentley (RAM) products, RISA, EnerCalc, Adapt, etc.
- Project management experience/ability is required.
- Structural design experience utilizing different construction materials and structural systems; including but not limited to steel, concrete, and masonry design in low to mid-rise structures.
- Working knowledge of Revit is preferred.
- Client management experience is preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines, and bring each to completion.
- Must be a self-starter and always willing to listen, learn, and improve.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required.
- Must demonstrate team leadership ability, and ability to train and mentor younger engineers.
At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.
As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.
We Have An Employee-focused Benefits Package That Includes
- Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee
- Health savings and flex spending accounts
- Group short-term & long-term disability; life and a&d insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement program
- 401(k) matching
- Monthly wellness allowance
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Flexible schedules
- Company retreat
Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.