Structural Engineer Associate

Cordoba Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

FSAs

EAP program

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation is seeking a Structural Engineer Associate in Los Angeles, CA. You will perform moderately complex structural engineering tasks across planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations for facilities and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates, supporting contract administration, and ensuring compliance with codes. Preferred PE certification and CA licensure are valued as the role progresses.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in structural engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering with specialization in structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze and review design plans, specifications, estimates and reports to comply with guidelinesset by federal, state and local agencies.
• Review structural services required of engineering consultants and architects and provide revisions and recommendations.
• Assist in the design and layout of foundation, floor, wall and roof framing plans for major structures.
• Analyze environmental data to inform foundation design and performance.
• Prepare feasibility studies and cost estimates for proposed structures.

Skills

Structural engineering experience

Technical report writing

Plan reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural engineering

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Structural Engineer Associate to join our Facilities Sector.The Structural Engineer Associate performs moderately complex structural engineering work in support of the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of facilities and infrastructure projects. This role prepares, analyzes, and reviews structural design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The position also supports contract administration by reviewing the work of engineering consultants and architects, providing technical recommendations, and ensuring quality and design standards are met. Working with a variety of structural systems and materials, including concrete, steel, timber, masonry, and metal structures, the Structural Engineer Associate contributes to the development of safe, efficient, and cost-effective engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately complex structural engineering work to include the preparation, analysis and review of design plans, specifications, estimates and reports to comply with guidelinesset by both federal, state and local agencies.
• Performs contract administration in the review of structural services required of engineering consultants and architects and make appropriate revisions and recommendations.
• Prepares structural design plans and specifications, quality assurance plans, conceptual and detailed cost estimates and other reports necessary for the construction, maintenance andoperation of various concrete, structural steel, timber, masonry, metal, timber structures and other related materials.
• Assists in the review of project status, initiates changes and provides advice and assistance to structural designers and other engineering and design staff.
• Assists in the review of structural plans and specifications, design and mathematical calculations in the completion of structural engineering projects and assignments as well ascreating cost and expenditure requirements for alternate means of construction.
• Assists in the review of completed structural work for conformance to recognized standards and feasibility of construction as well as completeness and accuracy.
• Assists in the design and layout of foundation, floor, wall and roof framing plans for major building structures.
• Makes recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers and construction inspectors on structural issues during construction.
• Analyzes environmental impact reports, negative declarations and soils tests data to make appropriate recommendations for foundation design.
• Prepares feasibility reports and preliminary design for proposed structures and facilities under construction.
• Perform site investigations and prepare scoping reports and recommendations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in structural engineering
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with specialization on structural engineering courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Emphasis on school building construction is preferred
• Possession of a Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) recognized by the State of CA Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists is preferred.

Salary Range: $154,000 to $170,000 yearly

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Environment: Onsite

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks:

• We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance.
• Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with effective coverage in the first month after hire.
• Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance.
• A 401k with an industry leading employer match.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Other forms of paid time off.
• We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans.
• Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodation, please contact our HR Department at: [phone].

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