Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Restoration

How Your Role Will Shape Our Success
Start your engineering career by learning how structures perform in the real world. As a Structural Restoration Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to investigate existing structures, understand the causes of deterioration or distress, and help develop practical repair and restoration solutions.
You’ll gain experience both in the field and in the office, giving you the opportunity to see projects from initial investigation through design and construction. Along the way, you’ll build the technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and project experience that will help you grow as a structural engineer.
New to restoration? That’s okay. We’re looking for someone with a strong engineering foundation, curiosity, and a desire to learn. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your restoration knowledge through hands-on project experience and mentorship.
What You’ll Do
Participate in field investigations of existing buildings and structures
Help evaluate structural conditions, deterioration, and damage
Perform structural analysis and engineering calculations with guidance from experienced engineers
Assist in developing repair and restoration designs
Prepare drawings, details, reports, and other project documentation
Visit active project sites and gain exposure to construction and repair methods
Collaborate with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients
Take on increasing responsibility as your technical and project experience grows
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field
Interest in structural engineering, restoration, existing buildings, and hands-on problem-solving
Strong analytical and communication skills
Curiosity and a willingness to learn
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team
Interest in pursuing professional engineering licensure

We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:

• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
• Mental wellness benefits
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
• 529 college savings plan
• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
• Paid community involvement hours
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

Why Walker Consultants?

Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.

The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.

Join Us!

We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS:

Any candidate information, including resumes, submitted to Walker Consultants or to any of our employees without a fully executed agreement will be considered unsolicited and non-confidential. Walker Consultants reserves the right to review and pursue such candidates independently, and no placement fees or other compensation will be owed to the submitting party. Candidates submitted in this manner will be treated as direct applicants. Submission of candidate information to Waller Consultants constitutes acceptance of this policy. External recruiters interested in working with Walker Consultants may contact Lindsey Eggerding at leggerding@walkerconsultants.com.