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Entry Level - Structural Designer

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Kpffconsultingengineers logoKpffconsultingengineers · Irvine, CA
$80K–$90K/yrFull-timeOn-site2w ago
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Requirements

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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:
  • 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?
  • Who has most influenced you and why?
  • 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 Orange County Irvine for the training period.
  • Following a satisfactory training period a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in the office may be accommodated
  • Our Employees
  • KPFF Consulting Engineers 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.

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 Insurance7 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays for you to use each year2 weeks vacation annually, with competitive seniority based accruals2 weeks of personal and sick time to care for yourself and your family membersKPFF will contribute 3% of your base salary to your 401 (k) regardless of your contributionKPFF Paid Family Leave: Provides 60% of your base salary while on an approved leave for up to 6 weeks in a rolling 12-month period40-hour work schedule, Monday through FridayFlexible scheduling - core hours of collaboration are 9:30-3:30 PMThose who earn their CA PE or SE at KPFF receive a licensing bonus in addition to testing fee reimbursementMonthly Cell Phone stipendMonthly Way We Work stipend for remote work and transit expensesSemi-annual BonusesOpportunities for educational events, relationship building, and fun!Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBasic knowledge of engineering fundamentalsExcellent interpersonal communication and professional demeanorEffectively work on a team with individuals of varying backgrounds and experiencesExceptional written and verbal communication skillsSolid technical skillsAbility to independently plan, document, organize, and engage in problem solvingExcellent research and information gathering skillsSalaryThe pay range is $80,000 - $90,000 salary depending on educationDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offRemote work optionsFlexible schedulePerformance bonus

Additional Information

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. This is an Exempt employment position, all overtime hours are paid at an hourly rate.

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