About this opportunity
Dunbar lists this Structural Engineer (Charlotte) opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Build what’s next with us.
Dunbar is growing our Charlotte office and seeking structural engineers at multiple experience levels, from developing engineers to experienced project managers and senior professionals.
We are especially interested in engineers with 5–10 years of building design experience who are ready to take greater ownership of projects, technical decisions, client relationships, and their own career growth.
Charlotte is a priority growth market for Dunbar. For the right engineer, that means an opportunity to do more than fill a position. You can help shape a growing team, build relationships in one of the Southeast's most active markets, and take on increasing responsibility as the office expands.
About Dunbar
Founded in 1966, Dunbar is a structural engineering firm serving public and private clients throughout the region. Our work spans higher education, healthcare, K-12 schools, municipal and civic facilities, cultural venues, athletics, manufacturing, multifamily housing, renovations, additions, and new construction.
We work closely with architects, contractors, owners, and public agencies, giving our engineers exposure to a wide variety of project types, structural systems, clients, and design challenges.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities will vary based on experience and may include:
Structural analysis and design of new buildings
Structural condition assessments, evaluations, and repair or restoration designs for existing buildings
Design and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, wood, various types of foundation systems, and exposure to antiquated structural systems
Development and coordination of structural construction documents
Collaboration with architects, owners, contractors, and other design consultants
Construction administration, site visits, field observations, and investigations
Project coordination and management
Client communication and relationship development
Mentoring and technical guidance for developing engineers
Participation in the continued growth of Dunbar's Charlotte practice
Experienced candidates will have opportunities for increasing project, client, technical, and leadership responsibility based on their interests and experience.
What We're Looking For
Strong candidates will bring:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
Professional experience in structural building design
EIT certification and/or PE licensure appropriate to experience level
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit
Experience with structural analysis and design software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Sound technical judgment and attention to detail
Initiative, curiosity, and an interest in taking greater ownership of projects and client relationships
Eligibility to work in the United States
We encourage qualified structural engineers across experience levels to apply, even if your background does not match every item listed above.
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience, licensure, technical capabilities, and anticipated role.
Graduate Structural Engineer | 2–5 years: $78,000–$90,000
Structural Engineer | 5–10 years: $90,000–$125,000
Senior Structural Engineer | 10+ years: $105,000–$150,000
Why Dunbar
Health insurance premiums fully paid by Dunbar, for individual and full family coverage
3% of total salary contributed by Dunbar to the retirement plan
Paid overtime
Generous bonus program
401(k)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Hybrid work option of up to two remote days per week
Join Our Charlotte Team
If you're looking for challenging structural work, meaningful responsibility, direct access to experienced leadership, and the opportunity to grow alongside an expanding office, we'd like to hear from you.
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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