Senior Structural Engineer — Wood-Frame Design Expert

J&T Business Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

J&T Business Consulting in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Structural Design Engineer with 7+ years of experience and a Master’s in structural engineering to lead diverse projects. The role emphasizes high-profile design, client liaison, and mentorship within a collaborative, growth-focused office.

The successful candidate will apply seismic design principles, read complex drawings, and help advance standards and innovation while contributing to business development and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of structural design experience across diverse building types.
• Master’s degree with a specialization in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Hands-on structural design experience in post-tensioned concrete, reinforced concrete, wood, masonry, and structural steel.
• Strong seismic design principles and structural dynamics.
• Working knowledge of CBC and relevant design standards (AISC, ACI, NDS).
• Ability to read, interpret, and review complex construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Engineering design: develop structural solutions for high-profile projects.
• Project & team leadership: manage projects, workflows, and project financials.
• Quality assurance: assist with QA/QC design and drawing reviews.
• Client relationships: develop and foster key client relationships as a technical liaison.
• Business development: support marketing and business development to grow the local practice.
• Mentorship: train and guide younger engineers in their development.
• Standards & innovation: maintain firm design standards and contribute to AI/automation initiatives.

Skills

Structural design

Project leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Education

Master’s degree in structural engineering

Job description

J&T Business Consulting in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Structural Design Engineer with 7+ years of experience and a Master’s in structural engineering to lead diverse projects. The role emphasizes high-profile design, client liaison, and mentorship within a collaborative, growth-focused office.

The successful candidate will apply seismic design principles, read complex drawings, and help advance standards and innovation while contributing to business development and client relationships.