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About the Role

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join their Buildings & Places / engineering team in Virginia Beach, VA. This early-career role provides hands-on experience developing structural calculations, preparing contract drawings, supporting condition assessments, and assisting with construction administration — all under the mentorship of senior structural engineers. The position supports projects across government, commercial, and industrial sectors and offers strong technical training and career development.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist in the completion of a variety of structural engineering projects across multiple sectors.
• Perform structural calculations and prepare contract drawings under senior supervision.
• Use structural modeling and finite element (FEA) tools as directed by lead engineers.
• Support condition assessments and structural investigations.
• Assist with construction administration activities including submittal reviews, RFIs, and site observations.
• Manage assigned tasks to meet project schedules.
• Collaborate closely with team members and learn from experienced industry professionals.
• Build core skills required to progress toward a licensed design professional role.

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Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited program.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required for travel to project sites and offices; employment contingent on a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Due to the nature of certain client contracts and site access, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior internship or related professional experience is a plus.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) credential preferred.
• Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work both independently and in teams.

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Additional Details

• Employment type: Contract / Full-time (hybrid schedule).
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule with regular in-office days in Virginia Beach, VA; selected candidates must be available to work on-site as scheduled.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this role. This role requires eligibility to work in the U.S. (see citizenship requirement above).
• As part of the hiring process, newly hired employees will be required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at a Confidential Client office location.
• Confidential Client maintains a secure recruitment process and will verify required qualifications and background checks as allowed by law.

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What Confidential Client Offers

Confidential Client provides competitive benefits and professional development opportunities typical for engineering firms, which may include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings options, paid time off, flexible work arrangements, and training programs to support career growth.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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