Bridge Designer 2-4 Years - Structural

KPFF Consulting Engineers

$85K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis required.
  • M.S. in Civil Engineering preferred with a structural emphasis.
  • EIT certification is a must.
  • Experience with concrete, steel, and timber coursework/design.
  • Knowledge in pre-stressed concrete and seismic design is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with non-linear analysis is desirable.
  • Minimum of two years of full-time structural engineering experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in the planning and design of various infrastructure projects.
  • Collaborate effectively with project teams and clients.
  • Oversee permitting and construction tasks through multiple project phases.
  • Participate in design reviews and project assessments.
  • Contribute to mentorship and educational programs within the firm.

Benefits

  • Three medical insurance plans, plus vision and dental options.
  • 10 paid holidays annually, plus 2 floating holidays.
  • 2 weeks of vacation with seniority-based accrual.
  • 2 weeks of personal and sick leave for family care.
  • 3% automatic 401(k) employer contribution with no employee matching required.
  • Paid Family Leave of 60% salary for approved leave up to 6 weeks.
  • Flexible work schedule with core collaboration hours from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
  • Bonus for PE or SE obtained while at KPFF, plus testing fee reimbursement.
  • Monthly stipends for cell phone and remote work/travel expenses.
  • Semi-annual bonuses and opportunities for educational events.
Full Job Description
KPFF is looking for full-time structural engineering professionals for our Greater Los Angeles Structural office. We are seeking a highly motivated person with a passion for engineering excellence and eager to develop design and project management skills. This position will provide the opportunity to work for a variety of public and private clients on all types of projects through planning, design, permitting and construction. Our work focuses on structural design on infrastructure projects, including bridges, waterfront infrastructure, and other horizontal construction projects on the West Coast region. 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. Benefits KPFF is proud to provide our employees with benefits options that fit their unique lives, including: 3 Medical insurance options to choose from, VSP Vision Insurance, and Delta Dental Insurance 3 7 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays for you to use each year 3 2 weeks vacation annually, with competitive seniority based accruals 3 2 weeks of personal and sick time to care for yourself and your family members 3 KPFF will contribute 3% of your base salary to your 401(k) regardless of your contribution 3 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 3 40-hour work schedule, Monday through Friday 3 Flexible scheduling - core hours of collaboration are 9:30-3:30 PM 3 Those who receive their PE or SE at KPFF will receive a bonus in addition to testing fee reimbursement 3 Monthly Cell Phone stipend 3 Monthly Way We Work stipend for remote work and transit expenses 3 Semi-annual Bonuses 3 Opportunities for educational events, relationship building, and fun! Salary Pay Range is $85,000-$95,000 salary depending on education, experience, and licensure. Qualifications Qualifications Include 3 B.S. in Civil Engineering (with a structural emphasis) 3 M.S in Civil Engineering preferred (with a structural emphasis) 3 EIT is required 3 Concrete, steel, and timber coursework and /or design experience 3 Pre-stressed concrete and seismic coursework and/or design experience 3 Familiarity with non-linear analysis 3 Ability to work dynamically with clients and project team members 3 At least two years of full-time experience as a structural DE or equivalent is required 3 If you are interested in this position, please apply on our careers page. Resumes submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Additional Information 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. Cover letter is preferable and should address the following: 3 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? 3 Who has most influenced you and why? Examples of Projects: 3 Bridges 3 Wharves and Piers 3 Water Treatment Infrastructure Physical Demands and Work Environment 3 Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table. 3 Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day. 3 May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs. 3 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. 3 Following a satisfactory training period a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in the office 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.

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