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We're a small structural engineering firm in Sumner, and we need a Staff Structural Engineer (EIT) who can already run gravity and lateral design on wood-frame buildings. You'd do the calcs and check drawings on real residential and small commercial jobs under my PE stamp.
The basics, up front:
- This is 1099 independent contractor work. Pay is set per project, not as an hourly wage. The range shown is a guide to our established rate for projects billed hourly. As an independent contractor, what you earn depends on the projects you take on. Not W-2, no benefits, no guaranteed hours.
- It's hybrid. Part of your time is in person at our office (16202 64th St E Ste 117, Sumner, WA 98390) and out on site visits. The rest you can work from home. It is not fully remote.
- You need to live in or near Sumner / Pierce County for in-person meetings and site visits as needed. We can't consider applicants outside the area or outside the US.
- No recruiters, staffing agencies, or outsourcing firms, please.
What you'll work on
Most of our work is ADUs, additions, bearing wall removals, beams and headers, and foundations, plus some small commercial. You'd follow the load path from roof to footing, design wood-frame lateral systems (shear walls, hold-downs, diaphragms) for wind and Western Washington seismic, and put together calc packages I can review and stamp. You'll also mark up drafter sheets, answer plan-review comments, head out on Pierce County site visits, and help me bring along a junior EIT.
What we need
- EIT certification, FE passed
- 2 to 4 years of structural design since school, mostly wood frame
- Comfortable with IBC/IRC, ASCE 7, NDS, and SDPWS
- Able to check someone else's calcs and drawings and explain what's missing
- Planning to get your Washington PE. I'll verify the experience you earn here.
- Valid driver's license; legally able to work in the US as a contractor
How it works
Each project starts with a short written scope covering the work, timing, and pay. You invoice us, cover your own taxes and insurance, and you're free to take other clients. We use AutoCAD LT, Office, and Teams.
How to apply
Apply through this Indeed listing only. Send your resume and a short note on your EIT status, how much wood-frame design you've done, and when you plan to take the PE. A redacted calc sample is welcome.
Pay: $42.00 - $50.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- This is 1099 contract work, paid per project, with no benefits and no guaranteed hours. Does that work for you?
- Are you applying for yourself, not as a recruiter, staffing agency, or outsourcing firm?
Experience:
- Structural Engineering: 2 years (Required)
- Wood Framing: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Engineer in Training (Required)
Location:
- Sumner, WA 98390 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sumner, WA 98390 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sumner, WA 98390
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell12
- Black & Veatch9
- Northrop Grumman5
- Brindley Engineering4
- Westwood Professional Services3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff structural engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or in progress toward licensure
- 5 or more years of structural engineering experience across multiple project types
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA
- Experience with building information modeling tools including Revit Structure or AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC, and applicable local codes
Tips for Your Staff Structural Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project scale
Staff structural engineers are expected to lead project phases, so your resume should list specific structures you've designed by type, load capacity, or square footage. Hiring managers scan for scope, not just years of experience.
List your PE license prominently
Your Professional Engineer license should appear in your resume header or credentials section, not buried in a skills list. If you're licensed in multiple states, name each one. Many postings screen for licensure before reviewing anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists staff structural engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match software tools to each posting
Staff structural engineer postings often specify ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, or Revit Structure. Review each job description and confirm your resume names the exact tools they require, since automated screening filters candidates on software keywords.
Prepare a structures portfolio for interviews
Bring a one-page project sheet showing two or three structures you've engineered from concept to construction documents. Interviewers for staff-level roles want to see your decision-making on connections, load paths, and code compliance, not just finished renders.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Staff structural engineers often receive project bonuses, professional development budgets, and licensure reimbursements that vary widely by firm. Ask explicitly about these during the offer stage, since firms rarely volunteer the full picture upfront.
Staff Structural Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most staff structural engineers?
The companies hiring the most staff structural engineers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Black & Veatch, and Northrop Grumman, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, California, and Kansas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in firms that handle commercial, infrastructure, and government projects at scale.
How many staff structural engineer jobs are remote?
About 52% of staff structural engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because the role involves field coordination and in-person design reviews. Roles focused on structural analysis, code review, or document production tend to offer the most remote flexibility within this specialization.
How do you become a staff structural engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training. Accumulate four or more years of progressively responsible project experience under a licensed PE, then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your PE license. Most firms promote engineers to staff level once they demonstrate independent project management and design leadership on complex structures.
Can you get hired as a staff structural engineer without much experience?
Staff structural engineer roles typically require at least four to six years of post-graduation experience, so direct entry without experience is uncommon. If you're earlier in your career, target junior or project engineer openings at consulting firms that have clear promotion paths. Building a focused portfolio of structural calculations, connection designs, and stamped drawings accelerates the path to staff-level consideration more than any single credential alone.
What does the staff structural engineer interview process look like?
Most firms run a phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with a senior engineer or project manager that covers structural analysis, code application, and software proficiency. A take-home design problem or whiteboard calculation is common for mid-to-senior roles. Final rounds often include a conversation with a principal or department head focused on project leadership, client coordination, and how you handle design conflicts during construction.
Where can I find and apply to staff structural engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to staff structural engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, project background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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