Structural Engineer — Diverse Projects & Team Leadership

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan with employer

Medical insurance

Dental insurance with no-premium

Vision insurance with no-premium

HSA with employer contribution

FSA options

Dependent care FSA

Employee assistance program

Job summary

KPFF Seattle’s Structural Team designs buildings that inspire communities, from high-rises to education facilities, using steel, concrete and mass timber. The role emphasizes technical excellence, collaboration with architects and developers, and strong client communication in the Pacific Northwest.

We seek an experienced structural engineer to contribute to analysis, BIM modeling, and project leadership, with growth through KPFF Forefront mentorship and cross-discipline teamwork.

Qualifications

• BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering
• 4-7 years experience with a consulting firm
• MSCE or MSE with emphasis in Structural Engineering is preferred
• Professional Engineering license in Civil Engineering is a plus
• Experience with reinforced concrete, structural steel, wood, masonry, and post-tensioned concrete buildouts
• Proficiency with RAM, ETABS, SAP, SAFE, and REVIT

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for gravity framing, lateral systems, and foundations
• Develop 3D BIM models and construction documents with project drafters
• Delegate and oversee tasks for structural designers and coordinate with project managers
• Lead construction administration activities including site visits and submittal reviews
• Interpret building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 818, NDS) per KPFF standards
• Collaborate with architects and other design professionals and participate in client meetings

Skills

Structural engineering

Team leadership

Communication

Project planning

Education

BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering

MSCE or MSE with emphasis in Structural Engineering

Tools

RAM Structural Systems

ETABS

SAP

SAFE

REVIT

Job description

KPFF Seattle’s Structural Team designs buildings that inspire communities, from high-rises to education facilities, using steel, concrete and mass timber. The role emphasizes technical excellence, collaboration with architects and developers, and strong client communication in the Pacific Northwest.

We seek an experienced structural engineer to contribute to analysis, BIM modeling, and project leadership, with growth through KPFF Forefront mentorship and cross-discipline teamwork.