Structural Engineer | Design Engineer

Degenkolb Engineers Career Center; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Generous paid time off

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers Career Center is seeking a Design Engineer to join our team in Orange, California. Ideal candidates will be strong in structural and seismic engineering, excelling in a collaborative environment.

The role involves creating safe environments through expert consultation and detailed calculations. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $120,000 annually and a flexible hybrid work schedule.

We pride ourselves on fostering professional development and provide an exceptional range of benefits including health insurance and a generous vacation program.

Qualifications

• Strong background in structural/seismic engineering.
• Ability to thrive on multiple projects.
• Willingness to contribute to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Create safe and beautifully built environments.
• Provide expert engineering consultation.
• Support client needs through structural solutions.

Skills

Technical competence

Detailed calculations

Structural/seismic engineering

Job description

Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and lifelong learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark. We're hiring at the Design Engineer level in our Orange and LA offices.

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

Position Description

Create a safe and beautifully built environment through expert engineering consultation, with a commitment to serving the needs of our clients.

Ideal Candidate

Engineers with a strong background in structural/seismic engineering and those who thrive working on multiple interesting projects, while continuing our culture of excellence. Must have technical competence, the ability to perform detailed calculations, and want to be part of a high‑performing team that supports your professional development with a challenging mix of projects, mentorship, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay rate for this Design Engineer, across the offices, generally ranges between $110,000 and $120,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including location, company geographic differentials, education level and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company profit sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture

We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. You will benefit from focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent team environment. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more about the company, please visit our website using the link below:

https://degenkolb.com/culture/