Structural Engineer

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GPLA, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks a licensed Structural Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. You will develop drawings, specifications, and calculations across all project phases, collaborating with engineers, modelers, and stakeholders to produce accurate 2D and 3D models using Tekla Structures.

You will review submittals, RFIs, and conduct site visits while supporting design and process improvements. A PE license and 4+ years in structural engineering are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus.
• 4+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; NCEES record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing drawings, specifications, and calculations under supervision.
• Develop structural designs and analytical models for various building types using relevant codes.
• Supports construction administration: review submittals, RFIs, site visits.
• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using Tekla Structures.
• Participate in coordination meetings and resolve design issues.
• Engage in professional development and process improvements.

Skills

Structural analysis

Team coordination

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus

Tools

Tekla Structures

Job description

Job Description

GPLA, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer.

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Responsible for the development of drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Assist in developing structural designs and analytical models for various building types and materials and perform calculations and analyses using basic knowledge of all relevant codes. Collaborate with engineers, modelers, detailers and external stakeholders to produce accurate 2D and 3D models using CAD tools, including Tekla Structures, and deliver coordinated, high-quality design solutions within budget and schedule. Support construction administration activities by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and participating in site visits as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of drawings, specifications, and calculations, with tasks that are general and system-wide in nature, during a project’s design phase life cycle from conceptual design to completion of construction documents under close supervision and coordination with managers.
• Assist in the development of structural designs and analytical models for various building types and materials using basic knowledge of all relevant codes.
• Supports construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits.
• Utilize working knowledge of CAD software, including Tekla Structures, and other tools to create 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Participates in internal and external coordination meetings to communicate progress and resolve design issues.
• Participates in professional development and identifies opportunities for technical and process enhancements.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a structural focus or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

4+ years of experience in structural engineering required.

Certifications And Licenses

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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