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Degenkolb Engineers

Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer

Degenkolb Engineers, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Overview Position: Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer located in multiple California offices (Los Angeles, Oakland, Orange County, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco) and in Seattle, WA and Midwest offices (Detroit and Grand Rapids, MI). Applicants may indicate interest in multiple locations on a single application.

Company Background Company Background:

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need—meeting codes, budgets, schedules, and creating landmark structural systems.

Position Description Ideal Candidate:

A high-achieving master’s student (undergraduate GPA 3.40 or above) with a passion for structural engineering, seismic analysis (non-Michigan offices) and/or steel (Michigan). You will be part of a high-performing team that supports professional development with a challenging mix of projects, mentorship, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

Review architectural and structural drawings for new and existing structures to provide structural design and analysis.

Prepare engineering calculation packages, including assumptions and narrative to justify design methodology.

Assist in solving client construction challenges by coordinating with other disciplines, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing construction engineering.

Gain exposure to new concepts in construction.

Minimum Requirements

MS in Structural Engineering OR BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis with 1-2 years of relevant, post-degree, full-time work experience.

Undergraduate GPA 3.40 or higher.

Professional communication skills.

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Unofficial Undergraduate and Graduate transcript submission.

Desired Requirements

Passing grade on FE exam.

Knowledge of software programs such as AutoCAD, Tekla, RISA, RAM, Revit, Excel, MathCAD, SAP2000, ETABS, Python, or others.

Demonstrated leadership potential.

Experience in seismic engineering analysis and design of buildings is a plus.

Benefits Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

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Submit All Of The Following

Resume

Unofficial transcripts—undergraduate and graduate, as applicable

Targeted cover letter describing why you want to work with Degenkolb and how your background aligns with this position

Equal Opportunity Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and value the different perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to our firm.

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