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Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer

KPFF Consulting Engineers
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers , we are more than just an engineering design firm . For over 60 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 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide , KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their r egional strengths . Learn more at www.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF 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.

Benefits

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

  • Medical insurance options to choose from, VSP Vision Insurance, and Delta 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 LA 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
  • Salary

    Pay Range $76,000-$85,000 salary depending on education.

    Qualifications

    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 is preferred
  • 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 is preferred
  • EIT Certification
  • Additional Information

    Application Process

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

    Please provide transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate courses as well as a cover letter. In your cover letter (PDF) please respond to the following prompts :

  • Why have you decided to pursue Structural Engineering?
  • Should you be selected, what are your goals & interests for this internship?
  • 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.
  • Duties require in-person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM at our office in Downtown Los Angeles for the training period.
  • Following a satisfactory training period, a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week Monday through Thursday in the office, and Fridays from home may be accommodated.
  • Our Employees

    Our employees are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and finding solutions.

    Our Offices

    Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and at the Irvine Towers in Irvine. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowing people to pursue their passions.

    This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

    KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

    Salary : $76,000 - $85,000

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