Eng-Structures - Engineering Design Professional-Structures

HOK Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave and fertility coverage

401(k) with match

Job summary

HOK Group, Inc. seeks a structural engineer to join its Los Angeles team, focusing on design and analysis of steel, concrete, and masonry systems using Revit and BIM for accurate drawings and schedules.

You will collaborate with project teams, apply LEED principles, and uphold safety, quality, and environmental standards across a diverse building portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; Master’s preferred in structural engineering.
• Experience with multiple structural materials and systems; LEED/Green Associate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Checks Revit models for clearances and conflicts; coordinates with team.
• Performs structural design and analysis for steel, concrete, and masonry.
• Develops and reviews models, drawings, and schedules per standards.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Seismic design awareness

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in structural engineering preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely as a member of one or more project teams and assists to complete projects on aggressive schedules.
• Performs all work in a clear, complete, and accurate manner.
• Checks Revit models for clearances, potential conflicts, and relationships of the various parts to the whole and to one another.
• Implements and utilizes HOK Best Practices for projects and processes.
• Actively seeks new knowledge related to structural engineering practices, principles and regulations changes.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

[Design]

• Performs structural design and analysis for various structural materials, including steel, concrete, and concrete masonry.

[Modeling]

• Develops, modifies and reviews models, plans, details and drawings of structural engineering systems and components according to established standards and Revit modeling techniques, based on input (sketches, layouts and verbal instructions) from the structural engineering team.
• Organizes and maintains models and documents for multiple projects.
• Utilizes knowledge and experience in applying modeling principles for complete and accurate drawings.
• Produces drawing charts for schedules and data, making changes and adjustments as necessary with input from the structural engineering team as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with a variety of structural materials and systems.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

[Design]

• Bachelor's degree in engineering. Master's degree in structural engineering preferred.

[Modeling]

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field preferred.
• One year of Revit modeling experience working on a wide variety of building types and sizes, such as commercial, corporate, institutional and civic, justice, aviation and healthcare facilities.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Basic knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge of building regulations and safety codes.
• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of drawings and models.
• Understanding of structural principles and behavior, including seismic design requirements.
• Organized and able to handle multiple responsibilities and projects in order to effectively meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook required.
• Basic knowledge about sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines preferred.
• Ability to learn and perform standard computer modeling functions using Revit and be able to identify and help work to resolve design conflicts.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

[Modeling]

• Proficiency in Revit required, proficiency in BIM and AutoCAD preferred

OTHER:

• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you'll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.