Structural Engineer Associate – Los Angeles, CA

CMTS LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

CMTS LLC in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Structural Engineer Associate to contribute to the design, review, and delivery of complex structural projects across Southern California. This on-site role supports the design and construction lifecycle, from planning through field investigations and construction administration.

The candidate will have a minimum of three years of professional structural engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in Structural/Civil Engineering with a specialization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering with a specialization or significant coursework in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time professional structural engineering experience.
• Emphasis on school building construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and review structural design plans, specifications, calculations, estimates, and technical reports in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Prepare structural design plans and specifications for foundations, floor systems, walls, roof framing, and other structural components for major building projects.
• Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates and evaluate cost and expenditure requirements associated with alternate means and methods of construction.
• Review structural plans, specifications, design documents, and mathematical calculations for completeness, accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support contract administration by reviewing structural services provided by engineering consultants and architects and developing appropriate revisions and recommendations.
• Assist with project status reviews, identify design or technical issues, and provide guidance to structural designers and other engineering and design staff.
• Review completed structural work for conformance with approved plans, recognized standards, and construction requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers, and construction inspectors regarding structural issues encountered during construction.
• Analyze environmental impact reports, negative declarations, soils test data, and related technical information to support foundation design and other structural recommendations.
• Prepare feasibility reports, preliminary designs, and technical recommendations for proposed structures and facilities.
• Perform site investigations and prepare scoping reports documenting existing conditions, project requirements, findings, and recommendations.
• Support the evaluation of structural alternatives and assist with design solutions that balance safety, constructability, cost, and project requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering

Job description

Structural Engineer Associate - Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA

Why Join Our Team

Join a team supporting critical public infrastructure and building projects throughout Southern California. As a Structural Engineer Associate, you will contribute to the design, review, and delivery of complex structural projects, working alongside experienced engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, and construction professionals. This role provides the opportunity to apply structural engineering expertise across project planning, design, construction administration, and field investigation while supporting safe, code-compliant, and constructible solutions.

About Your Role

The Structural Engineer Associate performs moderately complex structural engineering work involving the preparation, analysis, and review of structural designs, plans, specifications, estimates, calculations, and technical reports. The role supports projects throughout the design and construction lifecycle, including structural analysis and design, consultant coordination, construction administration, site investigations, feasibility studies, and resolution of structural issues in the field.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization or significant coursework in Structural Engineering from a recognized college or university required.

Preferred Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

What You'll Need to Get the Job Done

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

What You'll Do

• Prepare, analyze, and review structural design plans, specifications, calculations, estimates, and technical reports in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Prepare structural design plans and specifications for foundations, floor systems, walls, roof framing, and other structural components for major building projects.
• Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates and evaluate cost and expenditure requirements associated with alternate means and methods of construction.
• Review structural plans, specifications, design documents, and mathematical calculations for completeness, accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support contract administration by reviewing structural services provided by engineering consultants and architects and developing appropriate revisions and recommendations.
• Assist with project status reviews, identify design or technical issues, and provide guidance to structural designers and other engineering and design staff.
• Review completed structural work for conformance with approved plans, recognized standards, and construction requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations to contractors, architects, engineers, and construction inspectors regarding structural issues encountered during construction.
• Analyze environmental impact reports, negative declarations, soils test data, and related technical information to support foundation design and other structural recommendations.
• Prepare feasibility reports, preliminary designs, and technical recommendations for proposed structures and facilities.
• Perform site investigations and prepare scoping reports documenting existing conditions, project requirements, findings, and recommendations.
• Support the evaluation of structural alternatives and assist with design solutions that balance safety, constructability, cost, and project requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Can Expect

• Opportunity to support significant public infrastructure and building projects throughout Southern California.
• Exposure to complex structural engineering, design, and construction projects.
• Collaborative environment working with engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, and public-sector project teams.
• Professional growth and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to expand experience in structural design, construction administration, field investigation, and project delivery.
• A culture focused on collaboration, technical excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.

Pay Rate

• $173,000-$183,000 annually

Bonus Opportunity

Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual performance, utilization, attendance, tenure, and the achievement of company goals.

Benefits

CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.