Structural Designer - 1-4 Years
About the role
We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team and contribute to a wide range of projects, including civic and institutional buildings, healthcare facilities, residential construction, and research laboratory structures. The Structural Engineer will be responsible for performing structural analysis and seismic design, developing construction documents, and supporting projects through all phases from planning and permitting to construction.
Responsibilities
Designing gravity, lateral, and foundation systems (shallow and deep foundations) for new buildings and retrofit projects in high seismic hazard zones.
Performing structural analysis and seismic design using finite element analysis (FEA) software such as ETABS, RISA, SAFE, and RAM Steel.
Designing main building systems—including columns, beams, footings, diaphragms—and secondary systems such as anchorage, bracing, partitions, and retaining walls.
Analyzing and designing structural members in concrete, steel, and masonry using hand calculations and software (Enercalc, spCol) in compliance with ACI 318, AISC 360, and TMS 402/602 standards.
Designing new concrete, steel, and masonry structures in accordance with ASCE 7 and the California Building Code (CBC), and developing retrofit schemes for existing buildings in accordance with ASCE 41 and the California Existing Building Code (CEBC).
Producing comprehensive calculation packages, structural drawings, and details for permit and construction.
Supporting Construction Administration activities, including submittal review, RFI coordination, and drawing development.
Collaborating with the BIM department to maintain organizational standards for drawing production.
Collaborating with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
Providing technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers to ensure conformance with project design requirements.
Supervising design engineers in construction administration tasks and ensuring quality control of construction documents.
Qualifications
One year of full-time work experience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures).
At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in Undergraduate coursework.
Transcripts showing completed courses in: Structural Analysis, Mechanics of Materials, Concrete, Steel or Wood Design, and EIT.
Four years of full-time work experience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization preferred.
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures preferred.
At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in Graduate coursework preferred.
Transcripts showing completed graduate level courses in: Structural Design, Steel or Wood Design, Concrete, Seismic, and relevant codes and standards.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in California preferred.
Proficiency in FEA and structural design software, including ETABS, RISA, SAFE, RAM Steel, Enercalc, and spCol preferred.
Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including ACI 318, AISC 360, TMS 402/602, ASCE 7, ASCE 41, CBC, and CEBC preferred.
Ability to design multiple structural materials (concrete, steel, CMU, wood) preferred.
Experience with HCAI/OSHPD projects and/or DSA projects preferred.
Experience developing retrofit schemes for existing structures preferred.
Experience designing healthcare, laboratory, or other highly regulated facilities preferred.
Strong understanding of seismic design principles and experience working in high seismic hazard zones preferred.
Skilled in preparing technical documents, structural drawings, and calculation packages preferred.
Strong coordination and communication skills for cross-team collaboration preferred.
Able to supervise and mentor design engineers, and provide quality control oversight preferred.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities to balance multiple projects preferred.