Civil - Structural

GeoWorld; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Los Angeles is looking for a Structural Engineer with at least 8 years of experience. This role involves developing designs for various transportation projects, including bridges and retaining walls. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, proficiency in seismic design for California, and strong communication and teamwork skills. The expected salary is $107,000–$130,000 annually, and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and 401k.

Qualifications

• 8 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Proficient in designing using various concrete and steel methods.
• Excellent attention to detail and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing conceptual designs using industry-standard software.
• Mentoring junior staff and preparing designs.
• Coordinating with technicians and multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Structural engineering experience

AASHTO and Caltrans design codes

California seismic design

Excellent verbal communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering

California Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Industry-standard analysis and design software

Job description

Job Overview

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water, we believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career‑defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. Mott MacDonald's transportation and infrastructure teams work on some of the largest and most challenging projects across the US. We’ve completed and are currently involved in a number of complex projects incorporating our values of technical excellence, sustainability, and improving communities. Based in Los Angeles, the structural engineer will provide a technical role in developing projects. Typical transportation related projects include bridges (rail/LRT/road), retaining walls, underground and buried structures, transit station structures, and miscellaneous civil structures.

Responsibilities

• Developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed final designs using industry‑standard analysis and design software.
• Actively participating in project, client, and team meetings.
• Assisting and mentoring junior staff.
• Reviewing, preparing, and modifying designs.
• Analyzing and preparing type studies, reports, specifications, quantities, and estimates.
• Interacting with team members and assisting in the coordination of work with technicians and design professional from other disciplines.
• Gaining exposure to project, commercial, and client management.
• Undertaking a ‘digital by default’ approach in deliverables.
• Supporting our ‘Purpose’ in everything you do.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Must possess 8 years of structural engineering experience
• Experience working with AASHTO, Caltrans, AREMA, ASCE, and CBC design codes and standards.
• Experience with California seismic analysis and design.
• Proficient in the design of structures and foundations using cast‑in‑place reinforced concrete, precast/prestressed concrete, post‑tensioned concrete, and structural steel.
• Methodical approach to problem solving to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.
• Excellent technical‑written communication and attention to detail, with an ability to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing.
• Excellent teamwork skills, to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• A California Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within one year.
• A positive attitude, strong commitment for technical excellence, high ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn and perform a wide variety of tasks are a must.

Benefits and Compensation

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. We want to hear from you! Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. A comprehensive benefit package includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company‑paid life insurance. The expected salary for this position is $107,000‑$130,000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

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Hybrid Working Policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well‑being, flexibility, and trust.