Façade Engineering-Structural- 0 to 12 Years Experience

About the role

As a Structural Engineer specializing in façade design, you will contribute both individually and collaboratively throughout the design and construction process across a wide range of challenging curtainwall projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, façade system manufacturers and general contractors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and analysis of structural systems for façade projects
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and other engineers to develop innovative solutions
• Work with façade system manufacturers and general contractors to ensure successful project execution
• Manage project schedules and budgets
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and prepare technical reports
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies

Requirements

• BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Minimum)
• FE (EIT) - 0-3 years experience
• PE or SE licensure - 3+ years experience
• Experience in project management
• Experience in façade engineering
• Experience with aluminum engineering
• Experience with glass engineering
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented individual

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Minimum)
• FE (EIT) - 0-3 years experience
• PE or SE licensure - 3+ years experience
• Experience in project management
• Experience in façade engineering
• Experience with aluminum engineering
• Experience with glass engineering
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented individual

Benefits

• Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering health care needs and prescriptions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Dental & Vision: Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income. Compliant with Paid Leave Oregon policies.
• Transportation: 50% subsidized TriMet/CTRAN passes and free bike parking for all employees.
• Additional Perks: Located in downtown Portland, we are in close proximity to Midtown Beer Garden’s food carts, the Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square, and are centered on Portland’s Transit Mall. We provide free membership to the on-site gym and its fitness classes, a wide variety of complimentary snacks (including on-tap cold brew and kombucha), access to an employee lounge with ping-pong table and TVs, and more.

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Schedule

Full-time position.