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Structural Project Engineer (3-6 Years Experience)

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Kpffconsultingengineers logoKpffconsultingengineers · Salt Lake City, UT
$80K–$95K/yrFull-timeOn-site7mo ago
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About the role

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to impactful engineering projects? We are seeking a Structural Project Engineer or Project Manager in Training who is motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn. In this role, you'll take on increasing responsibility, expand your technical and leadership skills, and play a key role in shaping innovative structural solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead & Contribute : Take ownership of design tasks, analysis, and documentation while working on or managing engineering projects appropriate to your experience level.
  • Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with architects, owners, and contractors to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Deliver Quality Solutions : Apply engineering knowledge and creative problem-solving to deliver practical, innovative designs.
  • Mentorship & Growth : Learn from senior engineers and contribute to a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaboration. Train and support entry level engineering to assist them in developing their career.
  • Be Part of Utah's Growth : Contribute to projects that shape the community, from commercial developments to public facilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • At least three years of relevant structural engineering experience, demonstrating strong technical and organizational abilities.
  • PE license preferred, or a clear commitment to pursuing licensure with support from KPFF's professional development programs.
  • Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with ETABS, RAM, RISA 3D, SAP2000, SAFE, or other structural analysis and design software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • A proactive, curious, and adaptable mindset, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
  • Physical Demands and Work Environment:
  • Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
  • Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
  • Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
  • Why Join KPFF?
  • Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Benefits: We are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits include:401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)Medical insurance (two plans available to choose from)Dental insuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings AccounHealth insurance401(k)Flexible schedulePerformance bonus

Additional Information

Who You'll Work With You'll join KPFF's Salt Lake City office, a collaborative and community-focused team with decades of experience across the Wasatch Front and beyond. Our team provides structural engineering services throughout Utah and the surrounding area, contributing to projects that shape the local skyline and contribute to our region's continued growth. Our portfolio includes work for the University of Utah, the City of Salt Lake, the State of Utah, Utah Tech University, Unified Fire, and others, along with a wide range of public and private projects delivered in partnership with leading architects, developers, and contractors.


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