Structural Designer (1-4 yrs) - Seismic & Civic Projects

Vochure; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Family leave

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Irvine seeks a Structural Engineer to perform structural analysis, seismic design, and produce construction documents across civic, healthcare, and laboratory projects. You will collaborate with BIM, PMs, architects, and other engineers to deliver compliant designs and permit-ready drawings.

The role emphasizes leadership opportunities, mentorship, and involvement from planning through construction, with a strong focus on codes (CBC/ASCE 7) and California standards.

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-time work experience in a structural consulting organization.
• BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structures; CA-licensure preferred.
• Transcripts showing courses in Structural Analysis, Mechanics of Materials, Concrete, Steel/Wood Design.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and seismic design for gravity, lateral, and foundation systems.
• Develop construction documents and permit-ready drawings.
• Coordinate with BIM, PMs, architects, and other engineers; support construction administration.

Skills

Structural analysis

Seismic design

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structures)

Tools

ETABS

RISA

SAFE

RAM Steel

Enercalc

spCol

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Irvine seeks a Structural Engineer to perform structural analysis, seismic design, and produce construction documents across civic, healthcare, and laboratory projects. You will collaborate with BIM, PMs, architects, and other engineers to deliver compliant designs and permit-ready drawings.

The role emphasizes leadership opportunities, mentorship, and involvement from planning through construction, with a strong focus on codes (CBC/ASCE 7) and California standards.