Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer

Position Overview

Degenkolb Engineers, founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, has a long-standing commitment to innovation, client service, and lifelong learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in diverse practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We are seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer to join our team. This role supports the creation of safe and beautifully built environments through expert engineering consultation and prepares you for the Professional Engineering (PE) licensing exam. Opportunities are available in our California offices in Los Angeles, Orange, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco, as well as our Midwest offices in Detroit and Grand Rapids, MI. Location: Los Angeles, Orange, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Detroit, and Grand Rapids, MI. Compensation: $84,000 - $112,000 per year. Schedule: Flexible hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Review architectural and structural drawings for new and existing structures to provide structural design and analysis.
• Prepare engineering calculation packages, including assumptions and narrative to justify design methodology.
• Assist in solving client construction challenges by coordinating with other disciplines, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing construction engineering.
• Gain exposure to new concepts in construction.

Required Qualifications

• MS in Structural Engineering OR BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis with 1–2 years of relevant, post-degree, full-time work experience.
• Undergraduate GPA of 3.40 or higher.
• Professional communication skills.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Submission of unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Passing grade on the FE exam.
• Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, Tekla, RISA, RAM, Revit, Excel, MathCAD, SAP2000, ETABS, Python, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Experience in seismic engineering analysis and design of buildings is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Health and life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution
• Employee ownership in a privately held stock plan
• Financial support for professional activities
• Company holidays
• Generous paid time off program