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Assistant Engineer

North Bethesda, MD · On-site

$82K - $100K/yr

Communicates during projects including coordination with other engineers/BIM staff and with design partners. * Supports team objectives, goals, and projects. Assist colleagues who are in direct ...

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Assistant Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

The Assistant Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as ...

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Assistant Engineer

Lanham, MD · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

The Assistant Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as ...

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Assistant Engineer

Lanham, MD

$55K - $65K/yr

The Assistant Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as ...

Blackwood of DC

Engineer Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

Engineer Assistant at Blackwood of DC! Are you looking for a dynamic work environment where you can thrive? Do you want to be part of a team that values customer service and attention to detail

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Chief Engineer

Arlington, VA

Association for Facilities Engineers (AFE) - Certified Plant Engineer (CPE) United States Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer License (Steam, Motor, or Gas Turbine vessels, any horsepower) U.S.

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What is the difference between Assistant Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectAssistant EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or Bachelor's in Engineering, often with some on-the-job trainingBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, professional licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentSupport roles in engineering projects, site supervision, or technical assistanceDesign, analysis, and development of mechanical systems, often in offices or labs
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, civil, and mechanical industriesDesign firms, manufacturing companies, R&D departments

Assistant Engineers typically perform supportive technical tasks and assist senior engineers, often with a diploma or bachelor's degree. Mechanical Engineers are responsible for designing and analyzing mechanical systems, requiring a bachelor's degree and sometimes licensure. While both roles work within similar industries, Mechanical Engineers focus more on design and development, whereas Assistant Engineers support project execution and technical assistance.

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Infographic showing various Assitant Engineer job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Engineer

North Bethesda, MD • On-site

Peoples Associates Structural Engineers
Civil Engineering Construction • 11 - 50 employees
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$80K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
This position is a hybrid position with a mix of in person and remote work.
Job Summary
Performs entry-level tasks and progresses to moderately complex Structural Engineering work. Duties involve analysis and calculations, creation and markup of construction documents, project coordination, and project communication.
Reports To: Project Manager
Job Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, or Project Manager:
  • Performs structural calculations.
  • Assists in creating structural drawings. Capable of handling parts of drawings from medium to difficult complexity under supervision.
  • Prepares simple details and drawings with the opportunity to learn and develop skills for more complex tasks.
  • Performs assigned BIM work.
  • Responds to construction RFIs and review construction submittals.
  • Communicates during projects including coordination with other engineers/BIM staff and with design partners.
  • Supports team objectives, goals, and projects. Assist colleagues who are in direct contact with clients.
  • Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Requirements
  • [minimum] Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. [preferred] Master's degree in Structural Engineering.
  • At least 1-3 years of experience.
  • Working Knowledge of Steel, Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Cold Formed Steel, Building Design, Building Analysis, Equipment Anchorage, Seismic Design, Wind Design.
  • Code Knowledge of ACI 318, AISC 360, AISC 341, ASCE 7, IBC.
  • Knowledge of ETABS, RISA 3D, SAP, BlueBeam, REVIT, AutoCAD, Office 365, RAM.
  • Ability to read drawings and specifications and assist a more senior engineer in preparing portions of construction drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and cloud platforms (Sharepoint, Procore, etc.).
  • EIT certification.

Salary Description
$80,000.00-$98,000.00

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