Entry Level Physical Design Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Company Description

As a global engineering solutions firm that plays a leading role in the areas of plants, architecture and asset management, Hyundai Engineering is expanding into renewable energy to build a sustainable future. In the area of plants, the company provides total solutions for front-end engineering design (FEED) as well as engineering, procurement and construction (EPC).

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Architectural Design Engineer to join our project. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing the building structure drawings and supporting the design changes and related techniques. This position requires a strong technical understanding of structural designs, effective document control, and communication skills between internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain construction projects in a safe, timely, and sustainable manner
• Support the overall documentation management for mechanical works, including contracts, submittals, RFAs, NCRs, and ITPs
• Manage materials and equipment tracking, including order status, delivery schedules, and inventory control
• Maintain up-to-date drawing files (Design drawings, Shop drawings, As-built, etc.) and ensure proper distribution to relevant teams
• Assist with preparing and reviewing Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Material Inspection Requests (MIR).
• Coordinate with the site team to ensure that required materials and documentation are available on time
• Communicate with clients and subcontractors to clarify documentation and material-related issues
• Provide administrative and technical support to the Mechanical Manager, including data updates and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in Structural Engineering or a related field
  
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in structural design and construction (experience level may be adjusted based on project scale)
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office experience (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Tekla Structures
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Experience with BIM tools, including Revit
  

Preferred

• Experience with large-scale construction projects such as industrial facilities, plants, or high-rise buildings

• Understanding of international codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, etc.) and local regulations
• Strong teamwork, communication, and coordination skills
• U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Bilingual in English and Korean is highly preferred for better coordination with the team

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Weekend work may be required depending on the project schedule

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the essential functions typically require sitting, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, handling tools or controls, talking, hearing, seeing, repetitive motions, and include the physical ability to navigate active job sites and construction areas Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a variety of environments ranging from the office to construction sites, which may involve working near moving mechanical parts, equipment, or machinery on rough or uneven surfaces, and exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, odors, gas, oils, fumes, extreme temperatures, or heights. May occasionally be exposed to inclement or hazardous conditions, including but not limited to inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises and travel; requiring moderate physical activities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified and it isnota contract express or implied. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.