Building Structural Engineer – Technical Lead
Company: Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.
Role summary
Building Structural Engineer – Technical Lead is a full-time role at Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. in Washington, District of Columbia, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-11-07. Salary: USD 115,000–135,360 per year. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Building Structural Engineer – Technical Lead
- Company
- Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 115,000–135,360 per year
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-11-07
You’ll love the stability at this 100% employee-owned firm, where your decade of structural engineering expertise will directly influence major public and private projects. It is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within a top-ranked design company that prioritizes professional growth and long-term ownership for its staff.
Job description
Job Description
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position summary: JMT has an immediate opening for a talented experienced structural engineer to join our firm. The engineer will be involved in the design of a wide variety of building / facility projects including commercial projects, as well as municipal, state and federal government structures. Acts as the structural lead within a multi-disciplinary team and responsible for delivering all structural project objectives including scope, schedule, and budget. Acts as a technical advisor to less experienced engineers.
The position will involve the management and execution of the entire design process from initial framing plan layout to construction administration. A sound technical background is required. The qualified candidate should possess a high energy level and be a self-motivated engineer who can work within a strong team environment, serving clients on major projects throughout the East Coast.
The annualized salary associate with this position is $115,000.00 - $135,360.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The salary range provided above is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within this job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
Essential functions and responsibilities
Work within a multidiscipline design team and perform structural engineering efforts to support the team
Leads structural team to perform structural framing layout, design calculations, and supporting structural detailing for the development of deliverables such as reports and construction documents
Develop construction documents using Revit software
Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
Prepare engineering documents for advertisement and construction
Coordinate with internal and external team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
Develop and maintain project specific quality plans
Oversee and manage assigned staff working on project
Manage all technical resources on the project team
Assist Office Managers and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals
Develop and coordinate structural project scope within technical proposals
Participate in client presentations
Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team
Nonessential functions and responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned
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