Structural Engineer

Summary

Our client is a globally recognized architecture, engineering, and design firm with more than 50 years of experience delivering innovative and award-winning projects across commercial, healthcare, education, aviation, civic, hospitality, and mixed-use markets. They are seeking a Structural Engineer to join their growing Los Angeles, CA office. This is a hybrid position, with employees working in the office Tuesday through Thursday and remotely on Mondays and Fridays .

This role is ideal for a Structural Engineer with 3+ years of experience who is looking to grow their career while contributing to the design and analysis of commercial and institutional building projects. Working under the guidance of Project Engineers and Senior Project Engineers, the successful candidate will participate in all phases of structural design, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help deliver innovative, high-quality engineering solutions from design through construction.
Duties & Responsibilities
Structural Engineering

• Perform structural engineering analysis and design under the guidance of Project Engineers and Senior Project Engineers.
• Assist in the development of structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Contribute to the design of structural systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, aviation, civic, and other building projects.
• Ensure engineering work meets project requirements, applicable building codes, and quality standards.

Project Support

• Participate in all phases of project delivery, from design through construction.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and other project team members to develop effective engineering solutions.
• Contribute ideas and technical solutions during project coordination meetings.
• Seek guidance from senior engineers to continuously improve technical knowledge and project delivery.

Construction Administration

• Visit project sites during construction to review progress, quality, and compliance with project specifications.
• Assist with reviewing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and field conditions as required.
• Support project teams in resolving construction-related engineering issues.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative design environment.
• Stay current with engineering technologies, design standards, and sustainable building practices.
• Provide responsive service to both internal and external clients while supporting overall project success.

Qualifications & Requirements
Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years of structural engineering experience on commercial, institutional, healthcare, aviation, civic, or similar building projects (1 year minimum required).
• Experience working on building engineering projects from design through construction.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience with architecturally significant projects is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience using structural analysis software for building design.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, building systems, and applicable building codes.
• Knowledge of sustainable design and LEED projects is preferred.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn, accept mentorship, and grow within a collaborative engineering environment.

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred.
• LEED Accredited Professional or Green Associate preferred.