Structural Engineer 3

Facet•Seattle, WA

9h•$98,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Facet is seeking a Structural Engineer 3 to help plan, design, and deliver complex marine infrastructure projects, including waterfront developments, shoreline stabilization projects, marine structures, and critical infrastructure improvements. The role applies technical expertise, professional judgment, and leadership to projects that support connected, resilient communities. The position location is flexible among Seattle, Burlington, or Whidbey Island. The engineer will lead staff and project execution, coordinate with clients, contractors, and government reviewers, and oversee team workflows, budgets, and deliverables. The role also includes engineering analysis and design using applicable software, preparing contract addendums, conducting site assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards, codes, and best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Licensed Professional Engineer.
Strong background in steel design, concrete design, and fluid mechanics.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Enercalc, Risa 3D, and/or L-Pile.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Strong leadership, project management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of marine engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage staff on projects involving in-water structures, shoreline access systems, and waterfront site developments.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, and government reviewers to ensure project alignment and compliance.
Assign tasks and oversee team workflows to meet project milestones and deliverables.
Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability.
Use engineering software, including AutoCAD, Enercalc, Risa 3D, and L-Pile, for analysis and design.
Prepare and revise contract addendums to reflect scope changes and client requirements.
Conduct site assessments and help evaluate environmental and structural challenges related to marine infrastructure.
Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and best practices in marine engineering projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
Seven fixed holidays plus two floating holidays.
Fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Dependent medical, dental, and vision coverage paid by the employer at 60%.
Choice of a traditional copay plan or a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Facet fully funds HSAs to the IRS maximum ($4,400 for individuals and $8,750 for families) for employees selecting the HDHP with HSA.
$300 annual fitness benefit.
$100,000 employer-paid life insurance.
Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability.
Voluntary plans include additional group life, accident, hospitalization, and serious illness coverage.
401(k), Roth or Traditional, available after three months of employment.
4.5% 401(k) match contributed to the Facet Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Financial support for professional development and memberships in professional associations.