Façade EngineeringStructural 0 to 12 Years Experience

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Dental & Vision

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Family Leave

Transportation benefits

Additional perks including free gym membership

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer specializing in façade design in Portland, Oregon. Your role will involve individual and collaborative contributions throughout the design and construction phases of various curtainwall projects.

Candidates with 3+ years of experience may be considered for remote opportunities, while those with less experience will work in-person. KPFF emphasizes a rewarding career path with competitive benefits, including health insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years experience with a degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years experience with PE or SE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to façade design and construction both individually and collaboratively.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams on various projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Proactive attitude

Detail-oriented

Education

BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Job description

Job Description

As a Structural Engineer specializing in façade design, you will contribute both individually and collaboratively throughout the design and construction process across a wide range of challenging curtainwall projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, façade system manufacturers and general contractors.

Remote opportunities for qualified candidates with 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

0-3 yrs exp.

• BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Minimum)
• FE (EIT)
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills
• Creative, proactive and detail-oriented individual

3+ yrs exp.

• BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Minimum)
• PE or SE licensureExperience in project management
• Experience in façade engineering
• Experience with aluminum engineering
• Experience with glass engineering
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills
• Creative, proactive and detail-oriented individual

Note that candidates with less than 3 years of experience will be required to work in‑person in our office in Portland, Oregon. Strong candidates with more than 3 years of experience may be considered for a remote position.

Additional Information

Culture and Benefits

At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We support local collaboration with A/E/C firms and are committed to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community that has been dedicated to collaborative innovation over the last five decades, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects. KPFF Consulting Engineers offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

KPFF Employee Benefits

• Medical Plan Options : Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering health care needs and prescriptions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) : Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Dental & Vision : Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.

• Life & AD&D Insurance : Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan : KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed.

• Disability Insurance : Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.

• Paid Time Off : Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.

• Paid Family Leave : Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income. Compliant with Paid Leave Oregon policies.

• Transportation : 50% subsidized TriMet/CTRAN passes and free bike parking for all employees.

• Additional Perks : Located in downtown Portland, we are in close proximity to Midtown Beer Garden’s food carts, the Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square, and are centered on Portland’s Transit Mall. We provide free membership to the on-site gym and its fitness classes, a wide variety of complimentary snacks (including on‑tap cold brew and kombucha), access to an employee lounge with ping‑pong table and TVs, and more.

KPFF is an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.

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.