Seismic Structural Designer - Retrofit & Analysis

KPFF Inc.; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

7 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

2 weeks vacation annually

2 weeks personal and sick time

3% 401(k) employer contribution

Licensing bonus & reimbursement of考试费

Monthly cell phone stipend

Monthly Way We Work stipend for remote

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking a Structural Engineer to contribute to civic, healthcare, residential, and laboratory projects. You will perform structural analysis, seismic design, and produce permit-ready documents while collaborating across disciplines and mentoring junior staff.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with structural emphasis and an EIT; California licensing is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time work experience as an engineer in a structural consulting organization.
• BS in Civil Engineering (Structures emphasis).
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate coursework.
• Transcripts showing Structural Analysis, Mechanics of Materials, Concrete, Steel or Wood Design.
• EIT required.

Responsibilities

• Design gravity, lateral, and foundation systems for new buildings and retrofit projects in high seismic zones.
• Perform structural analysis and seismic design using ETABS, RISA, SAFE, and RAM Steel.
• Design main building systems and secondary systems including anchorage, bracing, partitions, and retaining walls.
• Analyze concrete, steel, and masonry using hand calculations and Enercalc/spCol per ACI 318, AISC 360, TMS 402/602.
• Produce calculation packages, drawings, and details for permit and construction.
• Support Construction Administration activities including submittals, RFIs, and drawing development.
• Collaborate with BIM to maintain drawing standards.
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, and other disciplines for integrated delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers.
• Supervise design engineers in construction administration tasks and ensure QC.

Skills

Structural analysis

Seismic design

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structures emphasis)

Tools

ETABS

RISA

SAFE

RAM Steel

Enercalc

spCol

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking a Structural Engineer to contribute to civic, healthcare, residential, and laboratory projects. You will perform structural analysis, seismic design, and produce permit-ready documents while collaborating across disciplines and mentoring junior staff.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with structural emphasis and an EIT; California licensing is preferred.