Project Engineer - Natural Hazards Risk Assessments

About the role

We're looking for a Structural Engineer to join our Natural Hazards Risk Assessment team. This role combines technical project work with real-world impact - evaluating flood, wind, wildfire, earthquake, extreme temperature, and drought hazards for buildings and communities, and developing the mitigation and adaptation strategies that make them more resilient.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural vulnerability assessments of existing buildings and sites across multiple natural hazard types
• Develop structural mitigation and adaptation solutions for identified vulnerabilities
• Develop climate-informed structural design criteria for new buildings
• Communicate risk assessment findings clearly and confidently to clients
• Prepare structural design solutions for mitigation projects
• Perform post-event structural damage assessments and design repairs
• Prepare high-quality written reports that translate complex technical findings into actionable recommendations

Requirements

• A B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering and 3+ years of relevant structural engineering experience
• PE licence
• Solid grounding in structural analysis and building performance under load - seismic, wind, flood, or otherwise
• Prior natural hazards experience (particularly flood) is a plus, but not required - we value fast learners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and critically review technical reports
• Confidence presenting findings to clients and contributing to team talks and technical sessions
• A pragmatic, resourceful, ambitious mindset with a hunger to take on new responsibilities

Qualifications

• Experience in structural engineering
• Knowledge of natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, wildfires, etc.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Skills

• Structural analysis and design
• Understanding of building performance under various natural hazards
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

• Hybrid work model
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and childcare
• Health savings account
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vacation, sick, personal leave, family leave for new parents, and community service time
• Paid holidays
• Pre-tax commuter transit
• 401(k) retirement savings with company contribution
• Company-sponsored events
• Diversity/Inclusion programs and initiatives

Pay

Estimated starting salary at $87,000 + $114,000 USD + biannual profit share bonus potential. Salary will be commensurate with experience/skills and location.

Schedule

Flexible hybrid work environment