Structural Engineer | Design Engineer

Position Overview

Join Degenkolb Engineers, founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, as a Design Engineer in our Orange, LA, and Oakland offices. In this staff engineering role, you will create a safe and beautifully built environment through expert engineering consultation while working independently and guiding junior team members. Ideal candidates bring a strong background in structural/seismic engineering, technical competence in detailed calculations, and a passion for lifelong learning and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Applies quality control techniques as documented in the Quality Assurance Manual.
• Writes up portions of contract deliverables such as models, drawings, specifications, and general notes for review by the Project Principal.
• Conducts field checking and observations to document notes and sketches for future discovery.
• Prepares comprehensive calculation packages and writes technical reports.
• Performs as Lead Engineer on small projects.
• Uses sound judgment to adapt methods for non-routine aspects of assignments.
• Asks questions as needed to ensure clarity on design philosophy.
• Effectively interacts with clients and project team members both within and outside the firm.

Required Qualifications

• MS in Structural Engineering with 3-5+ years of professional structural/seismic engineering experience.
• Civil Engineering license (PE) required; licensure in Washington or California is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the core duties of this role.
• Active participation in professional activities related to structural or earthquake engineering is a plus.
• Professional communication skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States for any employer.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $110,000 - $126,000 annually (a good faith estimate pursuant to pay transparency laws; actual pay will depend on location, education, and qualifications).
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Fun, collaborative office environment with a strong focus on professional development.
• Opportunities for committee participation, leadership roles, and diverse work assignments, with a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile.