Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer

KPFF Greater Los Angeles Structural; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate structural engineering professionals eager to grow their expertise and gain hands-on experience. This full-time role offers a collaborative environment where engineers work closely with all levels of the organization, from interns to principals. With a focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to participate in educational programs and social events. The position provides a structured training period, followed by a flexible hybrid work schedule. Join a team that values individual contributions and fosters a culture of learning and growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance Options

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

401(k) Contribution

Paid Family Leave

Flexible Scheduling

Licensing Bonus

Cell Phone Stipend

Semi-annual Bonuses

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team on various structural engineering projects.
• Engage in problem-solving and technical documentation.

Skills

Engineering Fundamentals

Interpersonal Communication

Team Collaboration

Written Communication

Technical Skills

Problem Solving

Research Skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Civil Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

KPFF Greater Los Angeles Structural is looking for full-time structural engineering professionals who are self-motivated and eager to deepen their knowledge of structural engineering while gaining real-world experience.

Our engineers work in a team structure that allows frequent collaboration and connection to all layers of our organization, from interns to Principals. We foster a culture where our engineers collaborate outside of the project work through social events, educational programs and technical training. We provide numerous opportunities for professional growth, learning, and teaching. Individual accomplishments and successful projects determine your future at KPFF, and your dedication and talent will drive your career here.

This is an Exempt employment position, all overtime hours are paid at an hourly rate.

Duties require in-person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM at our two locations for the training period. We have an office in Downtown Los Angeles and an office in Orange County at the Irvine Towers.

Following a satisfactory training period, a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in the office may be accommodated.

Benefits

KPFF is proud to provide our employees with benefits options that fit their unique lives, including:

• Two medical insurance plan options for you to choose from, a traditional PPO plan and a HDHP plan
• Dental Insurance
• 7 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays for you to use each year
• 2 weeks vacation annually, with competitive seniority based accruals
• 2 weeks of personal and sick time to care for yourself and your family members
• KPFF will contribute 3% of your base salary to your 401 (k) regardless of your contribution
• KPFF Paid Family Leave: Provides 60% of your base salary while on an approved leave for up to 6 weeks in a rolling 12-month period
• 40-hour work schedule, Monday through Friday
• Flexible scheduling - core hours of collaboration are 9:30-3:30 PM
• Those who earn their CA PE or SE while working for Greater Los Angeles Structural receive a licensing bonus in addition to testing fee reimbursement
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Monthly Way We Work stipend for remote work and transit expenses
• Semi-annual Bonuses
• Opportunities for educational events, relationship building, and fun!

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals
• Excellent interpersonal communication and professional demeanor
• Effectively work on a team with individuals of varying backgrounds and experiences
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Solid technical skills
• Ability to independently plan, document, organize, and engage in problem solving
• Excellent research and information gathering skills

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures)
• Transcripts must show completed courses in:
  • Concrete Steel or Wood Design
• No full-time work experience is required

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA or above in Bachelor’s coursework
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures
• Candidates with transcripts showing completed graduate coursework in:
  • Structural Design
  • Steel or Wood Design
  • Concrete
  • Seismic
• Previous intern or full-time experience in a Structural or Civil Engineering role
• EIT Certification

Application Process

If you are interested in this position, please apply on our careers page. Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered.

Transcripts must be provided prior to an interview. A cover letter is preferable and should address the following:

• Describe a time when you were assigned a project or task that turned out to be really difficult. How did you work through it, and what was the outcome?
• Who has most influenced you and why?

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.