Early Career Design Engineer

• Full-time
• Discipline :
  Structural Engineering

At KPFF Consulting Engineers
, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years
, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being
, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide
, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths.

Our New York City office reflects this approach in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with a strong and consistent project pipeline. The team works across a diverse mix of projects,
including commercial developments, tenant improvements, adaptive reuse and renovation work, as well as select civic, K–12, and retail projects
. Much of the work is driven by repeat clients and active project timelines, creating an environment where engineers gain meaningful, real-world experience early and often.

Engineers in our NYC office are not only involved in technical design, but also gain exposure to how projects are delivered, how teams collaborate, and how engineering decisions connect to client needs, budgets, and timelines. It’s an environment designed for those who want to grow quickly, take ownership, and develop into well-rounded engineers.

We are seeking an Early Career Design Engineer to join our New York City team, located in Tribeca. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who want to build a strong technical foundation while gaining broad exposure to real projects and how they are delivered.

You will support the design and analysis of structural systems while working across multiple projects, allowing you to develop both technical skills and practical experience at an accelerated pace. This is an environment where learning happens quickly, and where curiosity, engagement, and a willingness to take on new challenges are highly valued.

What You’ll Do

• Support structural analysis and design for a variety of building projects
• Assist in preparing calculations, reports, and construction documents
• Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously to build real-world experience
• Develop drawings and models using Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Participate in coordination with architects, contractors, and internal teams
• Attend site visits and observe construction to understand how designs are implemented
• Learn how engineering decisions connect to project timelines, budgets, and client needs

How You’ll Work

• Collaborate closely with a supportive, hands‑on team
• Balance learning with increasing responsibility on active projects
• Engage in a fast-paced environment with exposure to multiple project types
• Receive mentorship while building toward independent contributions

What Makes This Role Unique

• Exposure to a wide variety of project types early in your career
• Opportunity to gain real-world experience beyond just design calculations
• Faster learning curve through hands‑on involvement in active projects
• Clear path toward increased responsibility and professional growth

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Exposure to structural analysis/design software (ETABS, SAP
  2000, RAM, etc.)
• Familiarity with Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Computer‑based work for prolonged periods during analysis, drafting, and documentation efforts
• Occasional field visits to construction sites requiring mobility and navigation of uneven terrain
• Light lifting of equipment or materials up to approximately 15 pounds

Why Join KPFF?

• Career Advancement & Professional Freedom: We promote a culture where professional growth and leadership development are continuous. You’ll have opportunities to advance your career while shaping the next generation of…