Entry Level Structural Designer

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being—supporting each individual’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Our Offices

Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations: The Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and the Irvine Towers in Irvine. We provide a warm and friendly environment and support employee growth and passion.

Job Description

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 engineers collaborate outside of 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.

Benefits

·       Medical insurance options, VSP vision insurance, and Delta Dental insurance

·       7 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year

·       2 weeks vacation annually with competitive seniority-based accruals

·       2 weeks of personal and sick time

·       KPFF contributes 3% of your base salary to your 401(k), regardless of your contribution

·       KPFF Paid Family Leave: provides 60% of base salary for up to 6 weeks during an approved leave

·       40-hour work schedule (Monday–Friday)

·       Flexible scheduling with core collaboration hours of 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

·       Licensing bonus for earning your CA PE or SE, plus testing fee reimbursement

·       Monthly cell phone stipend

·       Monthly “Way We Work” stipend for remote work and transit expenses

·       Semi‑annual bonuses

·       Opportunities for educational events, relationship‑building, and fun

Skills and Abilities

·       Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals

·       Excellent interpersonal communication and professional demeanor

·       Ability to work effectively on a team with individuals from varying backgrounds

·       Strong 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.

Minimum Qualifications

·       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 required

Preferred Qualifications

·       3.0 cumulative GPA or above in Bachelor's coursework

·       Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures

·       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

·       EIT Certification

Physical Demands and Work Environment

·       Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk

·       Requires the ability to work at a computer for several hours per day

·       May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs

·       Requires in-person attendance Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at our Downtown LA office during training

·       After satisfactory training, a hybrid schedule (2 days per week in office) may be accommodated