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Senior Structural Engineer

$112k - $129k

Arup

ReqID: SEA00008U

Joining Arup

At Arup, we're dedicated to sustainable development and to doing socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible through curiosity and creativity. We're a thriving and growing organization that offers countless opportunities to shape a better world and your future.

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to work in our Structural Engineering team within a growing multidisciplinary team engaged in the design of a variety of building projects, across a number of geographies.

This role can sit in our Houston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, or Seattle office.

During your career at Arup, you'll have the chance to engage in a fulfilling career and work with some of the most highly respected engineers and specialists in the world. You'll also get the opportunity to work on exciting and significant projects across diverse markets, including arts and culture, science, industry, technology, property, and healthcare. Notable projects from our structural team include:

The Opportunity:

  • Analyze and design structural elements and systems for steel, concrete, timber and masonry buildings in accordance with building code and design standards.

  • Perform lateral analyses of structure for seismic and wind loading.

  • Prepare and review drawings detailing the systems designed.

  • Complete design calculations for structural systems for permit submittals.

  • Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and with architectural teams and contractors.

  • Review submittals prepared by contractors and respond to requests for information, perform construction site visits to observe the progress of construction.

  • Communicate our structural engineering designs to our clients and other stakeholders.

Is this role right for you?

  • Master's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with a sound knowledge of structural engineering fundamentals as they relate to building systems.

  • 7+ years related experience in structural design and engineering.

  • Interest and experience in Data Center Design and/or Rail market are preferred.

  • Extensive knowledge of general analysis and seismic design software (ETABS, SAFE, SAP, etc.)

  • Collaboration demands strong communication skills and excellent planning and organizational abilities, which are vital for our fast-paced setting.

  • Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to tackle new challenges.

  • PE license required, SE license preferred

Seattle Projects:

  • Monorail Seattle Center Station

  • Wenatchee Valley Museum Cultural Center

  • Allegiant Stadium Las Vegas

  • Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

  • King Street Station

  • PDX Terminal Core Redevelopment

  • The Mark Seattle

  • Big Sky Ski Resort

San Francisco Projects:

  • 181 Fremont Tower

  • Apple Park

  • Las Vegas High Roller Observation Wheel

  • Newport Beach Civic Center and Park

  • UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay

  • San Francisco Zuckerberg General Hospital

  • California College of the Arts Campus Expansion

  • Stanford Graduate School of Business

  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Existing Building Rehabilitation

  • Grand Hyatt SFO Hotel

  • Reflected Loop Sculpture

  • COSMOS Sculpture in Sunnyvale

  • Arizona State University Creative Futures Lab at Mesa City Center

LA Projects:

  • LAX / Metro Transit Center

  • (W)rapper Tower

  • California Science Center - Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center

  • Delta Sky Way at LAX

  • Guggenheim Museum Abu Dhabi

  • Allegiant Stadium Las Vegas

  • Google Spruce Goose

  • Wilshire Blvd Temple

  • Loma Linda Hospital

  • Audrey Irmas Pavilion at Wilshire Boulevard Temple

  • California High-Speed Rail, Central Valley Stations

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center Replacement Hospital

  • CalPoly San Luis Obispo Student Housing Project

Houston Projects:

  • El Paso Water New Headquarters

  • Houston Endowment Center

  • Confidential Ski Resort

  • San Antonio Spurs Training Facility

  • Raleigh Durham Airport

  • El Paso Children's Museum

  • Amon Carter Museum

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.?If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our?Talent Community?where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Los Angeles Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $112,000 to $129,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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