Structural Project Engineer

DCI Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DCI Engineers in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to design, analyze, and support building projects within a collaborative, mentorship‑driven team. You’ll work with engineers and BIM designers to deliver construction documents and details while growing your technical expertise.

You’ll contribute to shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and construction support, while building strong client relationships and advancing your professional development in a culture that values innovation

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of structural engineering experience related to building design.
• Working knowledge of steel, concrete, and wood design materials.
• Experience designing gravity framing and wind-resisting systems.
• Knowledge of AISC, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 7.
• Experience with structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, RAM, ETABS, Enercalc, or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Desire to provide excellent service and build strong client relationships.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and effective communication skills.
• State-issued Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
• State-issued Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited university (Master’s preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design structural components under the supervision of the Project Manager.
• Collaborate with BIM Designers to produce construction documents in REVIT.
• Assist Project Managers with construction support, including shop drawings and RFIs.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in construction documents.
• Grow technical knowledge through internal project experience and continuing education.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Structural design experience

Revit/BIM collaboration

Time management

Client communication

Education

ABET‑accredited degree in Structural/Civil/Architectural Engineering

EIT certificate

PE license preferred

Tools

RISA 3D

RAM

ETABS

Enercalc

Job description

DCI Engineers – Los Angeles

Launch your structural engineering career with DCI Engineers in our Los Angeles, CA office. As a Structural Project Engineer, you’ll work on diverse building projects, collaborate with talented engineers and BIM designers, and grow your technical expertise – all while contributing to a team that values innovation, mentorship, and work/life balance.

What You’ll Do

As a Structural Project Engineer, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and construction support of building projects, including:

• Perform structural design of assigned tasks under the supervision of the Project Manager
• Collaborate with BIM Designers to produce structural construction documents and draft details in REVIT
• Assist Project Managers with construction support, including shop drawing review and responding to RFIs
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all construction documents
• Progressively grow your technical knowledge through internal project experience and continuing education
• Develop and maintain client relationships

What You Bring

To succeed as a Structural Project Engineer, you should bring the following skills and experiences:

• 1-3 years of structural engineering experience related to building design
• Working knowledge and project experience using steel, concrete, and wood design materials
• Experience designing all categories of gravity framing and wind‑resisting systems
• Basic knowledge of design/build codes such as AISC, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 7
• Working knowledge of structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, RAM, ETABS, Enercalc, or similar
• Ability to manage your time and juggle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Desire to provide excellent service and build strong client relationships
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and effective communication skills
• State‑issued Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certificate
• State‑issued Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required
• Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited university (Master’s preferred)

Why DCI Engineers

At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a lifestyle you crave. With 20+ offices across the United States and 35+ years of experience, we’ve built a firm that challenges employees to step outside the box, provide creative solutions, and deliver exceptional value to projects.

We foster a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, where mentorship, professional growth, and work/life balance are a priority. Your time outside of work fuels your productivity, creativity, and professional development, and we encourage our employees to pursue it.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + overtime earning opportunities
• Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tax‑advantaged savings account options
• Company‑paid Life, AD&D, and Long‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Short‑Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage
• 401(k) with annual company contribution
• 8 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits (where available)
• Health & Fitness Program
• Cell phone benefit
• Seminar and licensing reimbursements