Senior Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Sr. Structural Engineer

San Francisco, CA | Hybrid | Full-Time

**Candidate must live in a commutable distance to San Francisco** 

About Us

Shape the iconic skyline of San Francisco! Join HLZAE, a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants. We build more than buildings—we build confidence in compliance, restoration, and renewal. As a trusted leader in architecture, building envelope consulting, and façade restoration, we partner with clients to preserve and enhance New York City’s iconic skyline. Our team brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to excellence across every phase of design, inspection, and construction administration.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Sr. Structural Engineer to join our Structural Engineering team. In this role, you’ll support and lead a variety of structural projects, contributing to the design, analysis, and restoration of buildings across San Francisco. You’ll work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver innovative and compliant structural solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support projects including façade restoration, seismic retrofit, historic preservation, forensic investigation, and interior alterations.
• Conduct structural analysis and develop repair details for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood buildings.
• Prepare and coordinate project documentation including drawings, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Participate in all project phases: investigation, budgeting, design, bidding, filing, construction administration, and closeout.
• Perform site inspections from various elevations including scaffolding and lifts (25–50% fieldwork).
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure project success.
• Maintain compliance with building codes and navigate regulatory processes.
• Create and modify drawings using AutoCAD.
• Write and present clear, technical reports and correspondence.
• Enforce quality control and troubleshoot project specific challenges.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• 6+ years of experience in structural engineering with seismic experience.
• State of CA PE license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (structural focus/concentration preferred).
• Knowledge and experience of CA building codes.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and from suspended scaffold rigs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and structural analysis tools.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with historic preservation.
• Experience with performance-based engineering.
• Familiarity with façade restoration and forensic investigation.
• Willingness to obtain any other required certifications.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is based in San Francisco, CA, with a hybrid schedule.
• Standard working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
• Travel requirements: moderate fieldwork (25–50%).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $145,000 – $165,000 based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401K plan with match.
• Paid time off: Holiday, vacation, sick, personal, and birthday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

HLZAE, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HLZAE, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Milrose Consultants, LLC, is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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