Senior Structural Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.Mott MacDonald’s transportation and infrastructure teams work on some of the largest and most challenging projects across the US. We’ve completed and are currently involved in a number of complex projects incorporating our values of technical excellence, sustainability, and improving communities.Based in one of our Bay Area offices, the Senior Engineer will provide a lead technical role in developing projects. Typical transportation related projects include bridges (rail/LRT/road), retaining walls, underground and buried structures, transit station structures, and miscellaneous civil structures.Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:Developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed final designs using industry-standard analysis and design software.Actively participating in project, client, and team meetings.Assisting and mentoring junior staff.Reviewing, preparing, and modifying designs.Analyzing and preparing type studies, reports, specifications, quantities, and estimates.Interacting with team members and assisting in the coordination of work with technicians and design professional from other disciplines.Attending onsite meetings.Gaining exposure to project, commercial, and client management.Undertaking a ‘digital by default’ approach in deliverables.Supporting our ‘Purpose’ in everything you do.Candidate SpecificationThe ideal candidate will have the following experience:A bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET accredited universityMust possess 10 years of structural engineering experienceExperience working with AASHTO, Caltrans, AREMA, ASCE, and CBC design codes and standards.Experience with California seismic analysis and design.Proficient in the design of structures and foundations using cast-in-place reinforced concrete, precast/prestressed concrete, post-tensioned concrete, and structural steel.Methodical approach to problem solving to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.Excellent technical written communication and attention to detail, with an ability to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing.Excellent teamwork skills, to collaborate effectively with colleagues.A California Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within one year.A positive attitude, strong commitment for technical excellence, high ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn and perform a wide variety of tasks are a must.Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. The expected salary for this position in the following locations are San Jose is $160,000-$195,000San Diego is $146,000-$178,000Los Angeles is $148,000-181,000Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.English versionSpanish versionChinese versionAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.Hybrid working policyAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.