Structural - Engineer

HOK; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

4 weeks paid time off with cash-out

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

HOK, a design and engineering firm in the United States, seeks engineers to handle analysis and design on diverse projects. The role involves contributing to project engineering under supervision, participating in team reviews, and site visits to ensure quality, progress, and adherence to specifications.

The candidate should have a BS in engineering, and ideally a MS, with licensure such as SE/PE and LEED credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensed SE or PE in states with SE license, PE or CE/ PE in other states.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.
• One year project engineering experience on building projects; three years’ experience preferred.
• Experience in integrated teams and LEED Silver or higher projects.
• Experience with energy modeling for mechanical/electrical/structural design.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for engineering analysis of projects under the supervision of a Project Engineer.
• Participate as a team member, contributing ideas and possible solutions.
• Visit project sites during construction for reviews of quality, progress, and compliance with specifications and standards.
• Responsible for the quality and timely delivery of the projects to budget.
• Seeks input from more senior staff on technical matters to improve the overall project.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Skills

Project engineering

Energy modeling

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Licensed SE/PE

LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred

Tools

Energy modeling tools

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

Engineers will be working as part of a team responsible for all aspects of engineering analysis and design on projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for engineering analysis of projects under the supervision of a Project Engineer.
• Participate as a team member, contributing ideas and possible solutions.
• Visit project sites during construction for reviews of quality, progress, and compliance with specifications and standards.
• Responsible for the quality and timely delivery of the projects to budget.
• Seeks input from more senior staff on technical matters to improve the overall project.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering degree, Master’s degree preferred
• Licensed SE if Structural Engineer in states with SE license, PE or CE / PE in other states.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.
• One year project engineering experience on building engineering projects in a particular discipline. Three years’ experience preferred.
• Experience in working in integrated teams.
• Experience in design and delivery of LEED Silver or higher projects.
• Experience with architecturally significant buildings is a plus.
• Experience with potential project types in commercial, corporate, institutional and civic, justice, aviation, and healthcare sectors is a plus.
• Mechanical:
• Experience with analysis tools and energy modeling for mechanical design
• Electrical:
• Experience with analysis tools and energy modeling for electrical design.
• Structural:
• Experience with complex analysis tools for structural design.
• Experience in the design of structural systems for small complex buildings.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you’ll have a hybrid work environment , 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays ) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected annual salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000.