Structural Engineer (R&D)

Location: Federal Way, WA

Pay Rate: $98,000 - $160,000 + Bonus eligibility 10-15%Employment Type: Direct Hire

Shift: DayBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STA, LTA, Life Insurance, HSA, 401K matching, PTO, Holiday payROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESWe are seeking an R&D Structural Engineer for a leader in sustainable wood products and building solutions. This would be a great opportunity for someone with which would be a great opportunity for someone with experience with civil/structural engineering within wood products engineering. This is a unique opportunity to join a well established company re-engaging their R&D engine to create new products!

• Develop innovative wood-based building solutions using structural analysis, engineering principles, and mechanical testing
• Apply building codes and design standards (IBC, IRC, NDS, ASCE) to evaluate code compliance and inform product development pathways
• Design, plan, and oversee structural testing programs including test configuration, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and wood science teams to advance products from concept development through pilot evaluation and commercialization
• Support product enhancements and identify development pathways for new products in support of market objectivesESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience with strong knowledge of North American building codes (IBC, IRC, NDS) and structural design principles
• Experience with wood design, engineered wood products, or building materials; demonstrated expertise in structural analysis and technical problem-solvingWHY AVERRO?Averro is a veteran-owned staffing and solutions firm connecting top talent with cutting-edge companies. With 20+ years of experience and industry-specialized recruiters in your corner, we're here to propel your career forward.