Senior Structural Engineer

Mott MacDonald; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Engineer in San Diego to lead the development of transportation projects including bridges and transit stations. You will utilize industry-standard design software, support junior staff, and implement innovative solutions within your team.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in structural engineering, holds a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited university, and has at least 10 years of experience. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the competitive salary range of $146,000 to $178,000.

The role offers a hybrid working policy to accommodate client and personal commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Proficiency in designing various structural components (e.g., concrete, steel).
• Experience with design codes including AASHTO and ASCE.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for civil structures.
• Assist and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate work with technicians and other professionals.

Skills

Structural engineering

California seismic analysis

Excellent verbal communication

Methodical problem-solving

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

California Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Industry-standard analysis and design software

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we support multisector project work in over 150 countries. We are one of the largest employee‑owned engineering, management, and development firms, with a focus on sustainability and innovation across Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Based in our Bay Area office, the Senior Engineer will provide a lead technical role in developing transportation projects such as bridges, retaining walls, underground structures, transit stations, and other civil structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed final designs using industry‑standard analysis and design software.
• Actively participate in project, client, and team meetings.
• Assist and mentor junior staff.
• Review, prepare, and modify designs.
• Analyze and prepare studies, reports, specifications, quantities, and estimates.
• Coordinate work with technicians and design professionals from other disciplines.
• Attend on‑site meetings.
• Gain exposure to project, commercial, and client management.
• Implement a digital‑by‑default approach in deliverables.
• Support our Purpose in everything you do.

Candidate Specification

• A bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience with AASHTO, Caltrans, AREMA, ASCE, and CBC design codes and standards.
• Experience with California seismic analysis and design.
• Proficiency in designing cast‑in‑place reinforced concrete, precast/pre‑stressed concrete, post‑tensioned concrete, and structural steel foundations.
• Methodical problem‑solving approach to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to liaise confidently with clients and team members.
• Excellent technical written communication and attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate drawings and reports.
• Excellent teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within one year.
• Positive attitude, strong commitment to technical excellence, high ethical standards, and eagerness to learn and perform a variety of tasks.

Benefits and Salary

• Comprehensive benefits package: 401(k), medical, dental, vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company‑paid life insurance.
• Salary ranges by location: San Jose $160,000–$195,000; San Diego $146,000–$178,000; Los Angeles $148,000–$181,000.

Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy: choose the work arrangement that best meets client, team, and personal commitments.