Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer

Degenkolb Engineers; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers is seeking an entry-level structural engineer in Grand Rapids, MI. You will engage in reviewing designs, preparing analyses, and solving engineering challenges in a collaborative and diverse environment. With mentorship opportunities and a commitment to professional growth, this role offers a solid foundation for anyone starting their engineering career.

Benefits

Health and Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Employee Ownership

Financial support for professional activities

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• MS in Structural Engineering or BS with 1-2 years experience required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural and structural drawings.
• Prepare engineering calculation packages.
• Assist in solving client construction challenges.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Education

MS in Structural Engineering or BS in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla

RISA

RAM

Revit

Excel

MathCAD

SAP2000

ETABS

Python

Job description

Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark.

If you are interested in joining our team and do not see your desired position on our "Job Openings" page, please send an email with a targeted cover letter expressing interest to: [e-mail]

Position Description: We review candidates for this entry-level structural engineering position throughout the year in all of our California offices: Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco; plus Detroit, MI; and Grand Rapids, MI. You can note interest in multiple locations on the application form (more than one application is not necessary).

Ideal Candidate: Has outstanding academic credentials and wants to be part of a high-performing team that supports your professional development with a challenging mix of projects, mentorship, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position, across the various offices, generally ranges between $77,000 and $114,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including location, company geographic differentials, education level and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture: We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. You will benefit from focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent team environment. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more about the company, please visit our website using the links below:

https://degenkolb.com/culture/

https://degenkolb.com/career_path/

Job Description

Create a safe and beautifully built environment through expert engineering consultation, with a commitment to serving the needs of our clients. The core technical tasks that you focus on during this training period will prepare you for the Professional Engineering (PE) licensing exam.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural and structural drawings for new and existing structures to provide structural design and analysis.
• Prepare engineering calculation packages including assumptions and narrative to justify design methodology.
• Assist in solving client construction challenges to deliver constructible solutions by coordinating with other disciplines, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing construction engineering.
• General exposure to new concepts in construction.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• MS in Structural Engineering or BS in Structural Engineering with 1-2 years of related full-time work experience.
• Professional communication skills.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
  
  

Desired Requirements

• Passing grade on FE exam.
• Knowledge of software programs such as AutoCAD, Tekla, RISA, RAM, Revit, Excel, MathCAD, SAP2000, ETABS, Python, or others.
• Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Experience in seismic engineering analysis and design of buildings a plus.
  
  

Application Process: Click the Apply Now button. Please submit your resume, school transcripts (unofficial are fine), and a targeted cover letter describing the alignment of your background with this position.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. And we go beyond the laws - we are truly committed to increasing the diversity of our team and we value the different perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to our firm.