Senior Structural Engineer

Ashley & Vance Engineering, Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & Wellness

401(k) plan

Work-life balance

Mentorship from licensed PEs and SEs

Interoffice travel budget

Job summary

Ashley & Vance Engineering, Inc. is seeking a senior civil engineer with a structural focus to lead complex design and analysis for public works and private developments. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project goals align with budget and schedule.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (structural) and 6+ years of experience, with exposure to DSA, HCAI, and public sector projects. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural concentration.
• 6+ years of civil engineering experience.
• Experience in Public Works, DSA (Division of the State Architect), and/or HCAI (Department of Health Care Access and Information) projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Execution: Execute complex structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of various structural facilities.
• Project Leadership: Take the lead on diverse projects, including commercial and residential developments, infrastructure improvements, and large-scale public works initiatives.
• Engineering Judgment: Make sound technical decisions independently or in collaboration with the Engineer of Record (EOR).
• Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate and coordinate directly with clients, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Project Management: Manage project schedules, deliverable timelines, and workflow progress to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Design & Technical Execution

Project Leadership

Engineering Judgment

Stakeholder Coordination

Project Management

Education

Civil Engineering (Structural)

Job description

• Design & Technical Execution: Execute complex structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of various structural facilities.
• Project Leadership: Take the lead on diverse projects, including commercial and residential developments, infrastructure improvements, and large-scale public works initiatives.
• Engineering Judgment: Make sound technical decisions independently or in collaboration with the Engineer of Record (EOR).
• Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate and coordinate directly with clients, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Project Management: Manage project schedules, deliverable timelines, and workflow progress to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural concentration.
• Experience: 6+ years of civil engineering experience.
• Sector Experience: Experience in Public Works, DSA (Division of the State Architect), and/or HCAI (Department of Health Care Access and Information) projects is required.

Benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation: $120,000 – $145,000/year base salary DOE + performance bonuses.
• Health & Wellness: 100% medical coverage on select HSA plans; 100% vision and dental on select plans.
• Financial Planning: 401(k) plan with company match up to 5%.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules. Overtime hours given back to salaried employees in PTO hours or an hourly rate.
• Professional Growth: Direct mentorship from 50+ licensed PEs and 10 SEs company-wide, plus annual reviews dedicated to skill mastery and career progression.
• Interoffice Travel Budget: A company sponsored opportunity to visit other offices/states.