Structural Design Engineer (Full Time, California)

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About this job

Are you an early-career Structural Engineer looking to strengthen your technical skills while contributing to residential projects across California? Do you enjoy producing detailed structural drawings, working with wood framing systems, and collaborating with architects and engineering teams? One of our California-based clients is looking for a Structural Design Engineer to join their team full-time, supporting single-family residential developments.

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What you will do

Produce structural drawings for residential projects using AutoCAD templates, layers, and standard details.
Design and detail wood framing systems for one- to three-story residential structures.
Support the design of concrete foundations and related structural elements.
Assist with shear wall and foundation design using in-house tools and workflows.
Use Tekla Tedds and Forte (ForteWeb) to support wood design and other structural elements as needed.
Review architectural backgrounds and layouts (often from Revit models or exports) and translate them into structural drafting deliverables.
Prepare and organize structural calculation packages following established company formats.
Maintain high accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery in line with firm standards.
Collaborate with architects and internal teams to ensure coordinated and efficient project execution.
Track time, communicate progress, and adapt to project schedules aligned primarily with Pacific Time.

What you'll need to know

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
Advanced English level.
+4 years of experience in structural engineering design.
Experience working on single-family residential projects.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
Strong understanding of wood framing and concrete structural systems.
Solid knowledge of structural fundamentals including statics and mechanics of materials.
Ability to work with deadlines, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality work on time.
Availability to align with Pacific Time working hours.

A great plus

Experience using ForteWeb, Tekla Tedds, or similar structural design tools.
Familiarity with residential structural workflows and drafting standards.
Experience preparing calculation packages and structured engineering documentation.
Exposure to U.S. building codes and residential design standards.

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