Senior Structural Engineer

Burke Structural Engineers P.C.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Structural Engineers P.C. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Costa Mesa, CA, to lead structural design and analysis across building projects.

You will prepare calculations, coordinate with architects and design teams, and supervise CAD documentation while mentoring junior staff. The role emphasizes project management, client meetings, and site visits to support construction administration, ensuring code-compliant, efficient structures.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in structural engineering and civil engineering, with demonstrated experience in building and infrastructure design.
• Candidates should possess advanced abilities in structural analysis and engineering calculations to evaluate loads, performance, and code compliance.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) tools for preparing and reviewing drawings and models.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering calculations for building and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with architects and other design professionals.
• Oversee CAD-based design documentation and models.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project schedules and deliverables.
• Support construction administration through site visits, RFIs, and submittal reviews.

Skills

Structural engineering

Civil engineering

Structural analysis

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

Burke Structural Engineers P.C. is a structural engineering firm founded in 2017 in Orange County, California, with additional offices in Fremont, CA and Texas. Guided by the values of agility, quality, and integrity, the firm delivers unique structural solutions to clients of all sizes across the United States and its territories. Licensed in 50 states, DC, the US Virgin Islands, Guam, and Puerto Rico, Burke’s team of licensed structural engineers specializes in complex, demanding design challenges. The firm’s diverse portfolio spans commercial, industrial, retail, residential, healthcare, energy, hospitality, parking, and shoring projects, providing stress-free, cost-effective, and aesthetically focused solutions to architects, owners, developers, and contractors. Notable work includes large-scale casinos, multi-unit residential developments with subterranean parking, major healthcare and life sciences facilities, and custom structural systems for leading global companies.

Role Description

The Senior Structural Engineer will lead and perform structural design and analysis for a variety of building and infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant solutions. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, coordinating with architects and other design professionals, overseeing CAD-based design documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. The role involves managing project schedules and deliverables, participating in client meetings, and supporting construction administration through site visits, RFIs, and submittal reviews. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Costa Mesa, CA, requiring close collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in structural engineering and civil engineering, with demonstrated experience in building and infrastructure design.
• Candidates should possess advanced abilities in structural analysis and engineering calculations to evaluate loads, performance, and code compliance.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) tools for preparing and reviewing drawings and models.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; a graduate degree is beneficial.
• Experience with relevant building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, CBC).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Experience managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality work within deadlines.