Structural Project Engineer

The role

You will lead the project design process in unison with architects, designers, and managers. You will prepare documentation for various design stages and lead the construction administration process.

What you will do

• Work in unison with Project Architects, Project Designers, and Project Managers to lead the project design process.
• Prepare documentation for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Conduct quality control research on products and construction methods related to projects.
• Lead the construction administration process.
• Provide direction, support, and mentorship to less-experienced team members.

Required qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in all phases of building design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency in RAM, RISA, and ETABS.
• Well-developed technical, structural, code, and detailing skills.
• Commitment to producing accurate, high-quality documentation.
• Interest in and commitment to multidisciplinary design, collaboration, and contributing to an inclusive team environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead structural design projects with mentorship and guidance from the Project Manager.

Nice to have

• Masters Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Structural Engineering (SE) license.
• Experience with Revit.

Benefits

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
• Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
• Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks.
• 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community.
• Access to Professional Development Grants program.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement and financial planning.
• Wellness initiatives.
• Flexible work/life programs.

Before you apply

• LPA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.

About the company

LPA is an integrated design firm with offices in California and Texas, focused on creating forward-thinking, sustainable spaces. It is an integrated collective of designers and researchers united in a mission to eliminate carbon emissions and build a more equitable, livable future.