Structural Engineer | Associate / Principal (Forensics Practice Area)

ZipRecruiter; Anaheim (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a licensed Design Professional to join their Forensics team in Southern California. This role involves modifying and renovating various structures while ensuring compliance with California regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, building strong client relationships and managing projects effectively. With a focus on insurance-funded repairs, the position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and competitive pay at the 75th percentile. Join a supportive firm that values professional development and diverse work assignments.

Benefits

Health and Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Employee Ownership

Generous PTO

Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural emphasis.
• Ability to develop Construction Documents and manage projects over $500,000.

Responsibilities

• Modify and renovate structures within California jurisdictions.
• Develop jurisdictionally compliant Construction Documents efficiently.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Construction Document Development

Collaborative Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

Job Description

Founded in 1940, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and lifelong learning. We deliver customized structural solutions across various practice areas including healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address project needs such as compliance with stringent codes, budget considerations, tight construction schedules, or creating landmark structures.

If you are interested in joining our team and do not see your desired position listed on our 'Job Openings' page, please send an email with a targeted cover letter expressing your interest to: [e-mail]

We have an immediate opportunity for a licensed Design Professional experienced in modifying and renovating single-family, multi-family, and light commercial structures within California jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will work with Contractors and Owners to understand existing conditions and develop jurisdictionally compliant Construction Documents efficiently. Experience with fast-paced development of complete CD packages across disciplines, including structural, architectural, and basic MEP, using established standards and templates, is essential. Projects vary from minor to moderate, with occasional rebuilds. The focus will be on insurance-funded repair and reconstruction within our Forensics Practice Area, though prior forensic or insurance experience is not required if the candidate can adapt quickly.

The candidate will join our established Forensics team in Northern California and represent our growing Southern California team. Travel within the region, flexible scheduling, and direct client interaction are expected. Building strong client relationships through performance, responsiveness, and professionalism is key.

Our firm emphasizes collaboration and industry involvement, fostering a supportive environment with professional development opportunities, clear career paths, mentorship, diverse work assignments, comprehensive benefits, and competitive pay at the 75th percentile.

The pay range is typically between $10,500 - $16,500 per month, based on various factors including location, education, and experience. Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with profit sharing, employee ownership, professional support, holidays, and generous PTO. We also support a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Learn more about our culture and development approach at:

• https://degenkolb.com/culture/
• https://degenkolb.com/career_path/

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with Structural emphasis and 10+ years relevant experience.
• California Civil Engineering license.
• Experience with building durable client relationships in the Forensics market, including connections with Insurance Adjustors, Reconstruction Contractors, and Attorneys.
• Proven success managing projects generating over $500,000 annually with acceptable profit margins.
• Ability to develop Construction Documents for damage repair, write damage assessment summaries, and justify Code compliance; experience with expert witness reports and legal proceedings is a plus.
• Strong collaborative skills across teams and offices, with mentoring abilities and effective client interaction.
• Diverse knowledge of structural systems (steel, concrete, timber, masonry) and proficiency with CAD and BIM tools.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of California permitting (CalGreen, Title 24, ADA, WUI).
• Basic understanding of MEP systems.
• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering.
• California Structural Engineering license.

We encourage all employees to be vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19, complying with client requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing different perspectives, skills, and experiences.