Staff Engineer Jobs in Virginia
Staff Engineer jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in defense contracting, federal IT systems, cloud infrastructure, and telecommunications, with openings at every level from early-career engineers to principal-level technical leads. The heaviest hiring activity is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and General Dynamics Information Technology maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties are software systems engineering, embedded systems, and cloud platform engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer with related environmental experience to add to our growing Environmental Services Global Practice engineering team in Greenville, SC. We are searching for a self-motivated and experienced engineer to lead or support a wide variety of civil and environmental engineering designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing and siting, natural gas, renewable projects, commercial development, power generation, water treatment facilities, emergency response and contribute to implementing department strategy, vision, and culture.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas, including but not limited to site civil design, hydraulic analyses, stormwater management, regulatory compliance, preparation of construction documents, and construction administration and management. The role will require technical leadership and mentorship of team members. The Engineer will work with project teams throughout the design and construction process, adapting plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. The ideal candidate is comfortable and engaged with the coordination of multi-disciplinary projects.
The successful candidate will be committed to supporting a diverse portfolio of projects, delivering technical and financial results. Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Leading or supporting engineering teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality designs for civil or environmental engineering projects.
- Coordinating with, executing and monitoring all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with varying technical complexity.
- Preparing documentation for design projects, including design criteria, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, detailed design packages, and cost estimates.
- Providing strategic and/or planning services to clients.
- Directing and reviewing work products prepared by junior engineering staff.
- Project management duties include executing project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client expectations.
- Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, management, and design meetings.
- Championing QA/QC procedures.
- Executing internal personnel training.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- Or Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- A Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
- Minimum 3 years (4 years preferred) of environmental engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Successful completion (i.e., passing) of FE or EIT preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures.
- Available for travel as necessary (approximately 10% travel).
- Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, and coworkers.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-SC-Greenville
Other Locations US-VA-Richmond, US-NC-Raleigh
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 262065
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS
Description
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer with related environmental experience to add to our growing Environmental Services Global Practice engineering team in Greenville, SC. We are searching for a self-motivated and experienced engineer to lead or support a wide variety of civil and environmental engineering designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing and siting, natural gas, renewable projects, commercial development, power generation, water treatment facilities, emergency response and contribute to implementing department strategy, vision, and culture.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas, including but not limited to site civil design, hydraulic analyses, stormwater management, regulatory compliance, preparation of construction documents, and construction administration and management. The role will require technical leadership and mentorship of team members. The Engineer will work with project teams throughout the design and construction process, adapting plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. The ideal candidate is comfortable and engaged with the coordination of multi-disciplinary projects.
The successful candidate will be committed to supporting a diverse portfolio of projects, delivering technical and financial results. Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Leading or supporting engineering teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality designs for civil or environmental engineering projects.
- Coordinating with, executing and monitoring all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with varying technical complexity.
- Preparing documentation for design projects, including design criteria, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, detailed design packages, and cost estimates.
- Providing strategic and/or planning services to clients.
- Directing and reviewing work products prepared by junior engineering staff.
- Project management duties include executing project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client expectations.
- Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, management, and design meetings.
- Championing QA/QC procedures.
- Executing internal personnel training.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- Or Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- A Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
- Minimum 3 years (4 years preferred) of environmental engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Successful completion (i.e., passing) of FE or EIT preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures.
- Available for travel as necessary (approximately 10% travel).
- Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, and coworkers.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-SC-Greenville
Other Locations US-VA-Richmond, US-NC-Raleigh
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 262065
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff engineer jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field
- Seven or more years of progressive software or systems engineering experience
- Demonstrated ability to set technical direction and mentor junior and mid-level engineers
- Proficiency in distributed systems design, cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, or embedded systems
- Experience working within Agile or scaled Agile delivery frameworks on large engineering teams
- Active or eligible security clearance preferred for many Northern Virginia defense and federal roles
Staff Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a staff engineer in Virginia?
Staff engineer roles in Virginia are reached through demonstrated technical seniority rather than a state-issued license. The typical path begins with a bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science, followed by several years of progressively senior individual-contributor work. Engineers who pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation can stand out in civil, electrical, or systems engineering roles, though most software-focused staff engineer positions do not require it.
Which companies hire staff engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring staff engineers in Virginia right now include Northrop Grumman, Electra Aero, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's large defense and federal IT contracting base means many of these employers require or prefer candidates with an active or obtainable security clearance.
Which Virginia cities have the most staff engineer jobs?
Fairfax, Manassas, and Richmond account for the most staff engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its dense concentration of defense contractors and federal agencies headquartered in the Washington corridor, while Richmond draws engineering talent through its financial technology and state government sectors, and Hampton Roads is anchored by naval systems and defense program work.
Are there remote staff engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than many technical fields. About 63% of staff engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves code review, architecture design, and cross-team coordination that can be done off-site. Roles tied to classified government programs or on-premise infrastructure tend to require in-person presence, while cloud and platform engineering positions are most frequently offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a staff engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an associate or junior software engineer role at one of Virginia's major defense contractors or technology firms, then building toward staff-level expectations from within. Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and GDIT run new-graduate hiring programs that funnel candidates into structured engineering tracks. Earning an AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud associate certification before applying signals readiness for the cloud-heavy work that dominates Virginia's engineering market and helps candidates move into staff-track positions faster.
Where can I find and apply to staff engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to staff engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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