Project Engineer- Wood Residential

Thomas Young Group; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and professional growth

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in San Diego is seeking an experienced structural engineer specializing in wood-framed residential projects. You will lead projects from inception to completion, perform analyses, and ensure CBC/ASCE 7-16 compliance.

Requirements include a CA Civil P.E. license and 3–10 years of wood-framed residential experience. Proficiency with RISA/ETABS is preferred, with a collaborative, mentorship-oriented team culture and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.
• Active California Civil P.E. license is required.
• 3 to 10 years of experience in wood-framed residential structures with leadership focus.
• Proficiency in structural design principles for wood-framed systems and familiarity with CBC and ASCE 7-16.
• Skilled in structural analysis software like RISA, ETABS, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage wood-framed residential projects from inception to completion.
• Perform structural analysis and design of wood-framed systems (shear walls, diaphragms, framing connections).
• Ensure compliance with CBC, seismic and wind provisions and quality control.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and guide skill development.
• Engage with clients through proposals and relationship management throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentorship

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural/Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

RISA

ETABS

Job description

Join a dynamic structural engineering firm in San Diego that specializes in innovative and sustainable wood-framed residential projects. The team is known for combining creativity with technical excellence to design lasting structures for single-family and multi-family developments. You’ll thrive in a collaborative environment that values attention to detail and supports professional growth through mentoring and skill development. This is a chance to work on meaningful projects while helping deliver outstanding service and building strong client relationships.

What you'll be doing:

Lead and manage wood-framed residential projects from inception to completion.

Perform structural analysis and design of wood-framed systems, including shear walls, diaphragms, and framing connections.

Ensure compliance with building codes, including seismic and wind provisions, while maintaining high standards of quality control.

Collaborate closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver projects seamlessly.

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering their growth and skill development.

Engage with clients through proposal writing, managing relationships, and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle

What we're looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.

Active California Civil P.E. license is required.

3 to 10 years of experience in wood-framed residential structures, with a strong focus on project leadership and design.

Proficiency in structural design principles for wood-framed systems and familiarity with building codes such as CBC and ASCE 7-16.

Skilled in structural analysis software like RISA, ETABS, or similar tools

More reasons to apply:

Competitive salary range with a comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunity to work on diverse, challenging residential projects with a focus on sustainability.

Collaborative work environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of residential wood design.

Flexible work arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance