Design Engineer - Structural

Brandow & Johnston, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Brandow & Johnston, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Design Engineer - Structural to develop innovative structural designs and ensure compliance with client requirements and industry standards. The role collaborates with Project Managers to deliver precise plans and specifications.

Responsibilities include creating designs, performing calculations, and supporting construction administration. Ideal candidates have a BS in structural/civil engineering, 0–2 years of experience, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis (required)
• Master of Science in Structural Engineering (preferred)
• 0-2 years of experience in the same or similar role
• Experience with analytical software (ETABS, RAM, etc.) and Revit preferred
• Knowledge of general engineering principles, statics, dynamics of structures and general design
• Basic knowledge of structural design for concrete, steel, timber, and masonry
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Maintain a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design, calculations, and preparation of plans and specifications per agency requirements and general design standards
• Establish and maintain communication with design team, clients, consultants, and contractors
• Provide construction administration and support, including resolving field issues, reviewing submittals, and addressing RFIs
• Create detailed engineering designs using ETABS, RAM, Revit, and other tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and constraints
• Perform calculations, simulations, and tests to validate design concepts and compliance
• Generate and review design documentation, drawings, and reports
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to improve design processes
• Participate in design reviews, meetings, and client presentations
• Work with CAD drafters to produce construction documents
• Perform other tasks as required

Education

Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ETABS

RAM

Revit

Job description

Description

Position Title: Design Engineer - Structural

Reports To: Project Manager and/or Senior Project Engineer

Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $31.00 to $34.00 hourly

Job Type: Full-time

Supervises: Not Applicable

Location: Los Angeles, CA

The Design engineer is responsible for creating and developing innovative engineering designs and solutions. The Design Engineer performs structural engineering tasks and will work closely with the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager to ensure designs meet client requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design, calculations, and preparation of plans and specifications in accordance with federal, state and local agency requirements and general engineering design standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain communication, responsiveness and effective working relationships with design team, clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide Construction Administration and support, including but not limited to resolving field issues, reviewing material submittals, and addressing contractor RFIs.
• Create and develop detailed engineering designs using analytical software (such as ETABS, RAM, etc.) and Revit software and other design tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, objectives, and constraints.
• Perform calculations, simulations, and tests to validate design concepts and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Generate and review technical documentation, including design specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Stay updated with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and client presentations to communicate design concepts and progress.
• Work closely with CAD drafters to develop knowledge for the production of construction documents
• Perform other tasks as required

Requirements

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis from accredited college or university; required
• Masters of Science Degree in Structural Engineering preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in the same or similar role
• Experience with analytical software (such as ETABS, RAM, etc.) and Revit; preferred
• Knowledge of general engineering principals, statics, dynamics of structures and general engineering design
• Basic knowledge of structural design for concrete, steel, timber, and masonry
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Maintain a valid drivers license

Additional Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 3% 401K company contribution
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedule

Lifting Requirements

• Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 10 pounds

Physical Demands

• Bending - Occasional
• Keying/Fingering - Constant
• Hearing - Frequent
• Reaching - Occasional
• Seeing - Constant
• Speaking - Frequent
• Standing - Occasional
• Walking - Occasional

DEFINITIONS

• NOT REQUIRED: May be a routine part of the job, but the essential functions can be performed without this activity.
• OCCASIONAL: Activity is needed to perform the essential functions of the job at random intervals.
• FREQUENT: Activity is a usual and customary part of the essential functions of the job.
• CONSTANT: Activity is continually occurring and required to perform the essential functions of the job.