Senior Structural Engineer - Lead Design & Field QA (PE)

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks a licensed Sr Structural Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. The role develops drawings, specifications, and calculations across design phases with reduced supervision, and leads from design through construction administration.

Responsibilities include developing structural designs and analytical models, creating 2D drawings and 3D models using Tekla Structures, and coordinating with engineers, detailers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus.
• 6+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• PE license required; SE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings, specifications, and calculations across design phases under reduced supervision.
• Lead development of structural designs and analytical models for various building types.
• Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD tools including Tekla Structures.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, and conduct site visits as part of construction administration.
• Collaborate with engineers, modelers, detailers, and stakeholders to deliver coordinated design solutions.

Skills

2D drawings

3D models

Tekla Structures

CAD software

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus

Tools

Tekla Structures

CAD tools

Job description

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks a licensed Sr Structural Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. The role develops drawings, specifications, and calculations across design phases with reduced supervision, and leads from design through construction administration.

Responsibilities include developing structural designs and analytical models, creating 2D drawings and 3D models using Tekla Structures, and coordinating with engineers, detailers, and