Structural Engineer Associate - (M&O)- A&E - CM-SEA-0826-28

Job Title: Structural Engineer Associate - A/E Services - Education

Who We Are: DLR Planning is a Women and Minority-owned CM/PM firm working in both the public and private sectors. We specialize on mega projects such as large event venues, infrastructure and education. Established in 2015, we have a great company culture, strong project pipeline and high ceiling for personal growth.

Position Overview: Position Overview: We are currently looking for one dedicated individual to join our team in the role of Structural Engineer Associate . The Structural Engineer Associate will support Maintenance & Operations (M&O) – A&E Services by performing structural engineering work related to the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of District facilities. Responsibilities include preparing, analyzing, and reviewing structural plans, specifications, calculations, estimates, and reports; conducting site investigations; reviewing structural work for compliance with applicable standards; and providing technical recommendations to architects, engineers, contractors, and construction inspectors. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of three (3) years of full-time paid professional structural engineering experience and a bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization in structural engineering. Experience with school building construction and possession of a California Professional Engineer (PE) certification are preferred. If you have the structural engineering experience, background, and skills required, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Deadline: Please submit application ASAP, no later than 9/4/26

Location: Los Angeles, CA (In-Person)

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from DLR PLANNING, LLC is required.

This is an on-site, long-term job. You must be located in Southern California. NO relocation funds, and NO per diem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, analyze, and review structural engineering plans, specifications, calculations, estimates, and reports.
• Review structural engineering services performed by consultants and architects and provide recommendations or revisions as needed.
• Assist with structural design and layout of foundations, floors, walls, roofs, and framing systems for major building structures.
• Review structural plans, specifications, mathematical calculations, and alternative construction methods.
• Evaluate completed structural work for conformance with applicable standards, constructability, completeness, and accuracy.
• Provide structural recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers, and construction inspectors during construction.
• Review soils testing data and environmental documentation and provide recommendations related to foundation design.
• Prepare feasibility studies, preliminary designs, conceptual and detailed cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Conduct site investigations and prepare scoping reports, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist engineering and design teams with project status reviews, design changes, and resolution of structural issues.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs.

Minimum Requirements:

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time, paid professional structural engineering experience .
• Experience involving school building construction is preferred .

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization/emphasis in structural engineering coursework .

Preferred Education:

• A masters degree in Architecture or Engineering

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• California Professional Engineer (PE) certification recognized by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists is preferred.

Benefits:

Salary Range: $171K-$180K

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We appreciate your interest in this position and thank all applicants for their submissions. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.