Structural Engineer

Join DES as a Structural Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our structural team. We are seeking a driven professional with a passion for both technical excellence and team leadership. In this role, you will develop structural designs for diverse projects—spanning healthcare, life science, office, and education sectors—and act as a mentor and guide, fostering the growth of our talented team of engineers. Responsibilities Evaluate the impact of project objectives on the structural design and implement appropriate solutions. Meet structural engineering design schedules and budgets. Provide technical leadership by formulating and effectively communicating structural design solutions to clients and the project team. Lead the creation of precise and comprehensive construction documents, guaranteeing accuracy through to completeness. Collaborate with Project Managers on timelines, budgets, and additional services. Prepare structural engineering specification sections. Develop compelling fee proposals and represent the firm in client marketing interviews and presentations. Participate in professional development and mentoring by creating and growing industry connections through involvement in professional and marketing organizations. Foster, develop, grow, and maintain relationships with our valued clients. Contribute to the performance review process by providing constructive feedback. Requirements Possession of a valid California Structural Engineer license, coupled with at least 10 years of increasing responsibility within the structural engineering field. Experience producing structural designs and calculations for a wide variety of building and construction types. Keen interest in the technical challenges and advancements of seismic engineering design. Passion for contributing to a variety of project types, including both building retrofits and new constructions. Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with architects and owners. Comprehensive understanding of all design and construction phases. OSHPD and DSA experience is a plus. Strong technical skills in CAD and Revit-based project workflows. Proficient in both manual and computerized analysis methodologies. Solid foundation in structural engineering fundamentals and their implementation in professional practice. Bachelor’s or master’s degree with concentration in Structural Engineering. Work onsite in our Redwood City office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; full-time onsite is strongly preferred. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without any restrictions or requirement of sponsorship now or in the future. Compensation The typical pay range for this position is $130,000 - $200,000 in total compensation. Compensation depends on the individual's skills, experience, education, and geographic location. Benefits Competitive salary & annual bonuses 100% company-paid options for employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 100% company-paid short & long-term disability benefits Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Commuter & parking benefits Legal consultation & advice Identity theft protection Supplemental life insurance & critical illness plans Paid Time Off (PTO) Standard & choice holidays Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Pet Insurance Credit Union 401(k) plan Training & career development opportunities Annual career development stipend 100% Professional licensing & renewal fees Licenses & certification bonuses Hybrid work schedule – onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays Collaborative, friendly, fun, and enriching environment for our team to thrive and grow! We are proud and committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We welcome, recognize, celebrate, and encourage diversity and inclusion in our workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. DES participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E‑Verify). #J-18808-Ljbffr