Structural Engineer Director [84439]

Onward Search; California; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking a Structural Engineer Director for a permanent on-site role in California's construction sector. You will oversee engineering operations, lead design and stamping of structural plans, and coordinate with production, sales, and executives to drive project success.

You will serve as Engineer of Record, manage a team of engineers and drafters, ensure compliance with California Building Code, and mentor staff while advancing retrofit and repair projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Active California PE license required; SE licensure or pursuit acceptable or able to obtain shortly after joining.
• 10+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in wood framing, concrete, steel, foundations, and retrofit systems.
• Extensive knowledge of California Building Code and local permitting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for complex structural repair and retrofit projects.
• Design, analyze, and stamp structural plans in compliance with the California Building Code and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Oversee engineering calculations, plan development, and final technical approvals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, drafters, and technical staff.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and executive teams to support project success.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Team mentorship

EOR

Structural design

Code compliance

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

A permanent on-site opportunity for a Structural Engineer Director is available with our client in the construction industry. This leadership role involves overseeing engineering operations, designing and stamping structural plans, and collaborating with various teams to ensure project success. It requires extensive experience in structural engineering and management, primarily supporting complex structural repair and retrofit projects.

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for complex structural repair and retrofit projects.
• Design, analyze, and stamp structural plans in compliance with the California Building Code and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Oversee engineering calculations, plan development, and final technical approvals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, drafters, and technical staff.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and executive teams to support project success.

Structural Engineer Director Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Active California PE License required, with candidates either possessing SE licensure, actively pursuing it, or able to obtain it shortly after joining.
• 10+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in wood framing, concrete, steel, foundations, and retrofit systems.
• Extensive knowledge of California Building Code and local permitting requirements.