Senior Structural Engineer

Ware Malcomb; Irvine; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Irvine is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design and project delivery. This role requires technical excellence from concept to construction while mentoring a team. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, have a PE license, and at least 8 years of experience. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment focused on innovation, quality standards, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide technical guidance.
• Deliver timely, reliable, and courteous service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform advanced structural design calculations.
• Oversee the development of structural models and technical specifications.
• Serve as Engineer of Record for assigned projects.

Skills

Revit

Structural analysis/design software

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license

Job description

Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer. https://waremalcomb.com/life-at-ware-malcomb/

As a Senior Structural Engineer at Ware Malcomb, you will lead the structural design and delivery of projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical excellence and code compliance throughout all phases. You will provide hands‑on technical leadership, act as a key resource for project teams, and collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders. In this role, you will contribute to project planning and decision‑making, mentor and develop engineering staff, and support Ware Malcomb’s quality standards and design culture.

Your Role

• Lead and perform advanced computer-aided and manual structural design calculations in accordance with applicable building and material codes, ensuring accuracy and constructability across all project phases.
• Oversee the development and review of structural models, calculation packages, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for assigned projects, taking responsibility for overall structural design integrity and code compliance.
• Plan project layouts, establish structural design strategies, and integrate structural systems into cohesive, multidisciplinary designs.
• Project management for the execution of structural building projects.
• Supervise engineers and designers performing calculations and drawing preparation.
• Lead internal and external project meetings, coordinating with architects, consultants, contractors, and clients.
• Conduct and oversee field work, including site verifications, existing condition assessments, and issue resolution.
• Provide construction administration services, including periodic site visits, shop drawing and submittal reviews, and responses to RFIs.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, and best practices.
• Lead quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) efforts, including peer reviews and technical audits.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to project engineers and designers, including training in structural analysis and calculation software.
• Prepare technical reports, peer review documentation, and recommendations for design improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering
• Strong proficiency in Revit and structural analysis/design software
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide technical guidance to team members
• Deliver timely, reliable, and courteous service

Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, planning, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP services to clients throughout the world.

With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, and public/institutional projects.

For six consecutive years, Ware Malcomb has been ranked as the #1 Industrial Sector Architecture Firm by Building Design + Construction Magazine. The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News‑Record's Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants. For more information, visit www.waremalcomb.com.