Entry-Level Structural Designer – Buildings & BIM

KPFF Consulting Engineers in; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance (no premium)

Vision insurance (no premium)

HSA with employer contribution

Medical FSA

Dependent care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Group life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Personal/Sick time

Jury duty pay

Family leave

Travel insurance

Transit subsidy

Job summary

KPFF Seattle is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineering Designer to contribute to a variety of building projects. You will work under licensed engineers, perform analyses, and help develop construction documents while learning from industry leaders.

You will gain hands-on experience from day one, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and participating in client meetings and site visits in a dynamic Seattle environment.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited master's degree with an emphasis on structural engineering (MSCE/MSE).
• 0-4 years' experience working under a licensed professional engineer.
• Coursework and/or familiarity with reinforced concrete, structural steel, wood, masonry, and/or post-tensioned concrete for building structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of building components and systems using industry-standard software under supervision.
• Contribute to development of 3‑D BIM models and construction documents with coordination.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development.
• Learn from licensed structural engineers and participate in mentorship programs.
• Navigate building and material codes in line with KPFF standards.

Skills

Strong communicator

Collaborator

Self-motivated

Eager to develop

Client oriented

Education

ABET-accredited MSCE/MSE

Job description

KPFF Seattle is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineering Designer to contribute to a variety of building projects. You will work under licensed engineers, perform analyses, and help develop construction documents while learning from industry leaders.

You will gain hands-on experience from day one, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and participating in client meetings and site visits in a dynamic Seattle environment.