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Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer
Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design EngineerKPFF Consulting Engineers • Los Angeles, CA, US
Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer

Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer

KPFF Consulting Engineers • Los Angeles, CA, US
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Company Overview

KPFF Consulting Engineers is a leading engineering design firm with more than 60 years of experience in innovative and sustainable engineering. With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF's decentralized structure allows each location to pursue projects aligned with regional 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 while gaining real-world experience.

Our engineers work in a collaborative team structure that encourages frequent collaboration across all levels, from interns to principals. We foster a culture where engineers collaborate outside of project work through social events, educational programs, and technical training. We provide numerous opportunities for professional growth, learning, and teaching.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance options
  • 7 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • 2 weeks annual vacation and competitive seniority-based accruals
  • 2 weeks personal and sick time
  • KPFF contributes 3% of base salary to 401(k) regardless of your contribution
  • Paid Family Leave : 60% of base salary during approved leave up to 6 weeks in a rolling 12-month period
  • 40-hour work schedule, Monday through Friday
  • Flexible scheduling with core collaboration hours 9 : 30–3 : 30 PM
  • Licensing bonus and testing fee reimbursement for CA PE or SE earners
  • Monthly cellphone stipend
  • Monthly remote work and transit expense stipend
  • 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
  • Effective teamwork with individuals of varying backgrounds
  • 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 : $80,000-$90,000 depending on education.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures
  • Completed courses in Concrete, Steel, or Wood Design
  • No full-time work experience required

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • 3.0 cumulative GPA or above in Bachelor's coursework
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures preferred
  • Transcripts showing completed graduate coursework in Structural Design, Steel or Wood Design, Concrete, or Seismic
  • Previous internship or full-time experience in a Structural or Civil Engineering role preferred
  • EIT Certification

    • 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 and a cover letter (PDF). In your cover letter, respond to the following prompts :

  • Why have you decided to pursue Structural Engineering?
  • If you are selected, what are your goals and interests for this internship?

    • Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Duties performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.
  • Ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day.
  • May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
  • In-person attendance, Monday through Friday, 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 2 days per week in the office may be accommodated.

    • EEO Statement

    KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex / gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.

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