Structural Project Engineer

Los Angeles Metro Area

Permanent

$100,000 - $140,000 USD a year

Building Diagnostics

PR/601009_1783967616

A well-established structural engineering consulting firm is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join its growing team. This organization is known for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a variety of building types and is committed to technical excellence, collaboration, and professional development. The team works on both new construction and existing structures, with a strong emphasis on innovation and client service.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated structural engineer who enjoys both technical design and client-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will play a key role in project execution, leading aspects of design, coordinating with internal teams, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate directly with clients and project stakeholders
Manage and mentor junior engineering staff
Conduct site visits and field observations
Perform structural analysis and calculations for a variety of building types
Develop and review structural drawings and construction documents for both new and existing structures
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions

Required Qualifications

Strong technical competence and working knowledge of applicable building codes
Proven ability to develop construction documents with minimal supervision
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Experience managing engineering teams and interfacing directly with clients
Proficiency with structural analysis software
Master's degree in Structural Engineering (or related field with structural emphasis)
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in California

Preferred Qualifications

Experience designing and evaluating structures using wood, steel, concrete, masonry, and post-tensioned systems
Familiarity with REVIT
Experience performing seismic evaluations, loss estimates, or Probable Maximum Loss (PML) studies
Structural Engineer (SE) license in California

Benefits & Growth Opportunities

Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects
Clear path for career advancement and leadership development
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Exposure to both design and client-facing responsibilities
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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