Structural Civil Engineer (w/ PE)

BGE, Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Bonus compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Holidays

Personal time allowances

Unlimited sick leave

Mentorship program

Employee referral program

Job summary

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm seeking a senior structural engineer in San Francisco to lead projects and collaborate with licensed professionals on diverse infrastructure assignments.

You will design, analyze, and review structures, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across a range of public and private sector projects. A PE license and extensive field experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE license a plus.
• 6+ years of structural engineering experience with bridges/buildings or similar systems.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD, AREMA, and applicable building codes; seismic design is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with structural software such as STAAD, RISA, RAM, Mathcad, ENERCALC, CSiBridge, MDX, or BridgeLink.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or Bentley products preferred.
• Ability to manage production tasks, maintain documentation, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel as needed.
• Experience with TxDOT or other DOTs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering assignments with licensed engineers or PMs to meet project goals.
• Prepare and review structural analysis, design, and construction documents for new and rehab projects.
• Design and analyze bridges, foundations, retaining walls, using concrete, steel, masonry, or prestressed elements.
• Develop calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and estimates for projects.
• Review existing structures and recommend strengthening or design updates.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Support project delivery with schedule management, QA/QC, and client communication.
• Participate in field work including site visits and data collection.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering software

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (structural emphasis)

Tools

STAAD

RISA

RAM

Mathcad

ENERCALC

CSiBridge

MDX

BridgeLink

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Your future begins here! BGE, Inc . is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.

In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Take the lead on structural engineering assignments while working closely with a licensed engineer or project manager to meet project goals and deliverables.
• Help prepare and review structural analysis, design, and construction documents for new structures, upgrades, retrofits, and rehabilitation projects.
• Design and analyze bridges, foundations, retaining walls, and other structural systems using materials such as concrete, steel, masonry, and prestressed elements, all in line with applicable codes and standards.
• Develop calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, estimates, and other project deliverables while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Review existing structures and recommend strengthening, modifications, or other design updates to support new loads or changing project needs.
• Share technical guidance with engineers and designers by reviewing work, offering mentorship, and supporting team growth.
• Contribute to successful project delivery by helping manage schedules, quality control, documentation, and client expectations.
• Take part in occasional field work, including site visits, data collection, construction support, and coordination with clients and field teams.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, preferably with a structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Texas registration, or the ability to obtain it quickly, is preferred. An SE license is a plus.
• At least 6 years of structural engineering experience, including the analysis and design of bridges, buildings, or similar structural systems.
• Solid understanding of relevant design codes and standards, including AASHTO LRFD, AREMA, and applicable building codes. Seismic design experience is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with structural engineering and modeling software such as STAAD, RISA, RAM, Mathcad, ENERCALC, CSiBridge, MDX, BridgeLink, or similar programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or Bentley engineering products is preferred.
• Ability to manage production tasks, maintain quality control, keep documentation organized, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to prepare reports and work effectively with project teams and clients.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work, including light to moderate travel, climbing stairs or ladders, and working in a variety of weather conditions when needed.
• Experience with TxDOT, other DOTs, industrial repair or remediation, or greenfield projects is a plus.

Some of our Benefits:

• 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
• Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
• 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
• Personal Time Allowances
• 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
• “Unlimited” Sick Days.
• Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
• Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.