Structural Engineer Associate

Element Consulting, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Consulting, Inc. is seeking a qualified structural engineer in Los Angeles to perform engineering analysis, prepare design plans and cost estimates for school building projects.

The role involves reviewing designs, providing guidance to staff, and ensuring conformance to standards. CA PE preferred, with salary ranging from $140,000 to $165,000 depending on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years full-time paid professional structural engineering experience.
• Emphasis on school building construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural design plans and specifications, quality assurance plans, cost estimates and reports.
• Assist review of project status and provide guidance to designers and staff.
• Review structural plans for conformance to standards and feasibility of construction.
• Design and layout foundation, floor, wall and roof framing plans for major buildings.
• Recommend solutions to contractors, architects and inspectors during construction.
• Analyze environmental reports and soils data for foundation design.

Skills

Structural design

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering with specialization in structural engineering

PE licensure (preferred)

Job description

Duties

• Performs moderately complex structural engineering work to include the preparation, analysis and review of design plans, specifications, estimates and reports to comply with guidelines set 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 and operation 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 as creating 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.

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience

• Three (3) years full-time paid professional structural engineering experience
• Emphasis on school building construction is preferred

Required Education

• 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 Licenses and Certificates

• 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 dependent on education and experience. Salary range: $140K-$165K

Why Choose Element Consulting?

Element Consulting is a construction management company dedicated to providing clients with responsible and innovative solutions to their project needs, from inception to completion. Based out of El Segundo, CA, the firm offers program, project, and construction management services. We invite you to join us in 'Bringing the Right Elements Together for Our Clients' Success.'