Structural Engineer | Design Engineer

Structural Engineer | Design Engineer at Degenkolb Engineers

Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life‑long 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
, LA
, and Oakland 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:

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: The pay rate for this Design Engineer, across the offices, generally ranges between $110,000 and $126,000 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.

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.

Job Description: This staff engineering position requires an ability to work independently with limited direction from senior technical staff and a capacity to provide limited direction to junior technical staff and BIM/CAD Specialists.

• Applies quality control techniques as documented in the Quality Assurance Manual.
• Writes up portions of contract deliverables such as models, drawings, specifications, and general notes for review by Project Principal.
• Conducts field checking and field observations to document notes and sketches for future discovery.
• Prepares comprehensive calculation packages and writing technical reports.
• Performs as Lead Engineer on small projects.
• Collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non‑routine aspects of assignments.
• Asks questions as needed to verify comprehension of design philosophy.
• Effectively interacts with clients and project team members outside of Degenkolb.

• MS in Structural Engineering with 3-5+ years of professional structural/seismic engineering experience
• Civil Engineering license (PE) required, licensure in Washington or California preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform core duties of job description
• Active participation in professional activities related to structural or earthquake engineering is a plus
• Professional communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Application Process: Click the Apply Now button. Please submit your resume and a targeted cover letter describing the alignment of your background with this position.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where a wide range of perspectives, skills, and experiences are welcomed and respected.