Entry Level - Structural Designer

KPFF Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

7 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

2 weeks vacation

2 weeks personal and sick time

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Paid Family Leave

40-hour work week

Core hours 9:30-3:30

CA PE licensing bonus

Cell phone stipend

Way We Work stipend

Educational events

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Irvine, CA is seeking full-time structural engineers who are eager to deepen their knowledge of structural engineering while gaining real-world experience. Our team emphasizes collaboration, education, and a balanced, growth-oriented culture.

With a flexible benefits package and opportunities for professional development, you will contribute to diverse infrastructure projects at a renowned firm with a strong regional presence in Southern California.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures.
• Transcripts must show Concrete, Steel, or Wood Design coursework.
• No full-time work experience is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team structure with frequent collaboration across the organization.
• Engage in professional growth through educational programs and training.
• Contribute to a culture of learning, initiative, and quality in projects.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Technical skills

Problem solving

Research and information gathering

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structures)

Concrete/Steel/Wood Design coursework

No full-time work experience required

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structures) preferred

3.0 GPA or higher (preferred)

EIT Certification

Job description

• Compensation: USD 77000 - USD 87000 - yearly

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, wehave dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment andtackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being,supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and acollaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows eachoffice the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF is looking for full-time structural engineering professionals whoare self-motivated and eager to deepen their knowledge of structuralengineering while gaining real-world experience.

Our engineers work in a team structure that allows frequentcollaboration and connection to all layers of our organization, frominterns to Principals. We foster a culture where our engineerscollaborate outside of the project work through social events,educational programs and technical training. We provide numerousopportunities for professional growth, learning, and teaching. Individualaccomplishments and successful projects determine your future atKPFF, and your dedication and talent will drive your career here.

KPFF is proud to provide our employees with benefits options that fittheir unique lives, including:

• Medical insurance options to choose from, VSP Vision Insurance,and Delta Dental Insurance
• 7 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays for you to use each year
• 2 weeks vacation annually, with competitive seniority based accruals
• 2 weeks of personal and sick time to care for yourself and yourfamily members
• KPFF will contribute 3% of your base salary to your 401 (k)regardless of your contribution
• KPFF Paid Family Leave: Provides 60% of your base salary whileon an approved leave for up to 6 weeks in a rolling 12-month period
• 40-hour work schedule, Monday through Friday
• Flexible scheduling - core hours of collaboration are 9:30-3:30 PM
• Those who earn their CA PE or SE at KPFF receive a licensing bonus in addition to testing fee reimbursement
• Monthly Cell Phone stipend
• Monthly Way We Work stipend for remote work and transitexpenses
• Opportunities for educational events, relationship building, and fun!

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals
• Excellent interpersonal communication and professional demeanor
• Effectively work on a team with individuals of varying backgroundsand experiences
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Solid technical skills
• Ability to independently plan, document, organize, and engage inproblem solving
• Excellent research and information gathering skills

Pay Range $77,000-$87,000 salary depending on education.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures)
• Transcripts must show completed courses in: Concrete, Steel, orWood Design
• No full-time work experience is required

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA or above in Bachelor’s coursework
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structuresis preferred
• Candidates with transcripts showing completed graduatecoursework in:
  • Structural Design
  • Steel or Wood Design
  • Concrete
  • Seismic
• Previous intern or full-time experience in a Structural or CivilEngineering role is preferred
• EIT Certification

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• Duties require in-person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5PM at our office in Orange County Irvine for the training period.
• Following a satisfactory training period a hybrid schedule of 2days per week in the office may be accommodated.

Our Employees

Our employees are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approachand passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity.They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and findingsolutions.

Our Offices

Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and at the Irvine Towers in Irvine. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowingpeople to pursue their passions.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.