Structural Engineer - LA28 - 2+ years experience

AECOM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer in Los Angeles, CA, to support various projects in entertainment, government, and industrial sectors. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering with 2 years of experience. Key responsibilities include conducting engineering designs, performing structural analysis, and preparing contract documents. The compensation ranges from $83,000 to $97,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering and 2 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of major structural design codes.
• Ability to apply seismic design principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering design and analysis.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines.
• Prepare contract documents and structural reports.

Skills

Structural design codes

3-D structural analysis software

Steel design

Concrete design

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP

RISA

RAM

SAFE

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team based in Orange or Los Angeles, CA. This role supports a wide range of projects across industries including entertainment, commercial, industrial, government, detention, and parking structures. The position offers the opportunity to develop analytical and design skills while focusing on seismic design, seismic retrofits, and advanced structural analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Build analytical and design skills.
• Conduct engineering design, create designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under limited supervision.
• Collect and analyze data, use computer software to solve engineering problems.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed budget and schedule under supervision.
• Perform structural analysis and design.
• Coordinate work with other design disciplines and prepare contract documents.
• Construction administration.
• Author structural reports, assessments, and studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering and 2 years of experience or equivalent education.
• US Citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience applying all major structural design codes.
• Experience using 3‑D structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE.
• Design experience in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Experience with ASCE 41 for retrofit of existing structures.
• Experience with wind and seismic lateral design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD to provide production support.

Compensation

The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $83,000 to $97,000 per year.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.