Civil Structural Design Engineer - multi-family wood frame experience required

J&T; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

J&T is seeking a structural engineer with 3+ years of design experience in a Los Angeles setting. The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in structural engineering, have hands-on experience with post-tensioned concrete, reinforced concrete, wood, masonry and steel, and possess a P.E. license with active pursuit of S.E.

licensure. The role requires strong knowledge of seismic design principles, structural dynamics, and California Building Code familiarity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural design experience.
• Master’s degree with specialization in structural engineering.
• Experience in post-tensioned concrete, reinforced concrete, wood, masonry and steel.
• Strong seismic design principles and structural dynamics knowledge.
• Knowledge of the California Building Code and AISC/ACI/NDS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to manage projects and deadlines.
• P.E. license required; actively pursuing S.E.
• Ability to read and interpret drawing plans.

Skills

Structural design

Seismic design

Reading drawings

Project management

Communication skills

PE license

SE licensure pursuit

3+ years experience

Education

Master's degree in structural engineering

Job description

• 3+ years of structural design experience;
• Master’s degree with specialization in structural engineering;
• Structural design experience in post-tensioned concrete, reinforced concrete, wood, masonry and steel;
• Strong technical understanding of seismic design principles and structural dynamics;
• A working knowledge of the California Building Code and relevant design standards (i.e. AISC, ACI, NDS);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to manage projects and deadlines;
• P.E. license required, actively working towards S.E.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret drawing plans.

And, you’re also described as being:

• A positive team-player who is always seeking solutions to challenges;
• Someone who communicates clearly and concisely;
• A multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment;
• Someone who radiates enthusiasm, energy and passion;
• Someone who is organized, efficient and confident; and,
• A critical thinker who manages ambiguity well and is able to identify the important questions.