Senior Project Engineer

Thomas Young Group; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Sustainability-focused projects

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex seismic design and sustainability-focused projects. You will drive technical excellence, oversee scopes and budgets, and mentor a team of engineers across diverse industries.

Join a collaborative environment that values client-focused solutions, advanced engineering practices, and opportunities for professional growth while delivering high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with PE license.
• 8–10+ years of structural engineering experience including project management.
• Proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, AutoCAD; knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and management of structural projects; ensure accuracy and client satisfaction.
• Develop scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans with oversight of quality.
• Act as liaison between clients, contractors, and design teams to ensure alignment.
• Provide technical guidance; review designs and ensure code compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote professional growth.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and verify conformance to design.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Technical expertise

Communication

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

PE license

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Job description

Join a leading structural engineering firm in Los Angeles known for tackling complex projects with a focus on seismic design and sustainability. They deliver innovative, client-focused solutions across a range of industries while fostering a collaborative environment that supports growth and technical excellence. The team values creativity and offers opportunities to advance your skills on high-profile, challenging projects

What you'll be doing:

Lead the design, analysis, and management of structural engineering projects, ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction.

Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans, while maintaining oversight of project quality and deliverables.

Act as the primary liaison between clients, contractors, and design teams, facilitating seamless communication and alignment.

Provide technical guidance, review project designs, and ensure compliance with building codes and regulatory standards.

Mentor and train junior engineers, promoting professional growth and excellence within the team.

Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure construction adheres to design intent and quality expectations

What we're looking for:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with a Professional Engineer (PE) license

8–10+ years of experience in structural engineering, including project management in a consulting or design-focused environment

Proficient in industry-standard tools such as ETABS, SAP2000, and AutoCAD, with comprehensive knowledge of codes like IBC, ASCE, and ACI

strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to mentor junior staff while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Preferred qualifications include seismic design expertise, sustainable design knowledge, and experience managing large-scale, complex projects

More reasons to apply:

Access to professional development programs and mentorship opportunities.

Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment that values technical excellence and teamwork.

Potential for career advancement within a recognized leader in structural engineering

Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects with a focus on sustainability and advanced engineering practices