Structural Engineer (3-6 Years Experience) - KPFF Consulting Engineers

About KPFF

KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We're driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized, and our commitment to our clients and employees. For more than 60 years, KPFF has provided creative, practical solutions for projects of all kinds, scales, and industries. We approach every design challenge to fulfill our passion for solving problems, delivering excellence, and enabling the growth and creativity of our people, partners, and profession.

KPFF is a growing company with 1,300 employees in 25 offices located nationwide. Our decentralized approach empowers each office to proactively pursue clients and projects that align with their unique strengths and contribute to their overall success. This organizational structure not only offers engineers abundant flexibility but also opens a world of opportunities to foster professional growth and development.

KPFF Sacramento

The KPFF Sacramento office is located in Roseville, just 18 miles from Downtown Sacramento. Roseville's affordability, parks, and school systems make it a highly desirable place to live and helped land it in the top 50 U.S. cities to live and retire in. Roseville neighborhoods range from historic to new construction homes and there are more than 80 parks and recreation facilities throughout the city.

We provide engineering services to both private and public sectors with projects in a vast market sector including; Commercial, Retail, Mixed-Use, Hospitality, Melti-Family Housing, Parks & Recreational Facilities, Health Care, K-12 Schools, Higher Education, Military, Transportation, and Public Agencies.

The scope of our services may include preliminary design, structural analysis, and calculations, Building Information Modeling (BIM), seismic and wind design, foundation design, retrofit and rehabilitation, construction support, value engineering, peer review, research and innovation, client and stakeholder communication, and project management.

Job Overview:

As an experienced Structural Engineer at KPFF, you will play a pivotal role in designing, analyzing, and ensuring the stability, integrity, and safety of our projects. Your experience, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills will contribute to the successful execution of our diverse portfolio of projects. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and provide your expertise throughout all project phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and calculations to ensure designs adhere to relevant codes and regulations.
• Design and develop structural plans, drawings, and specifications for a wide range of projects, considering factors like loading conditions, material properties, and environmental considerations.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineering disciplines to develop integrated and innovative solutions.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate existing structures and identify potential design challenges.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering reports, technical documents, and presentations for both internal teams and clients.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software and other relevant tools to produce accurate and detailed structural designs.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and drafters, fostering their professional development within the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 3-6 years of proven experience in structural engineering within building design and consulting
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., Risa, RAM, ETABS) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
• In-depth knowledge of relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ACI, AISC, ASCE).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate within a team and engage with clients.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with sustainable and seismic design principles is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California
• Experience with dynamic analysis and advanced finite element modeling.
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and LEED certification.
• Knowledge of local permitting processes and agencies in California.
• Exposure to a variety of project types, such as façade engineering, earthquake engineering, cold-formed steel design, or specialty structures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to propose innovative solutions.
• Experience with AutoDesk, building information modeling (BIM), and related software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits.
• Ability to move around client and work sites, climb ladders, and traverse uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds of equipment or materials.

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 insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with employer contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• KPFF Paid Family Leave
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays (including two floating Holidays)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, jury duty)

In addition, KPFF provides a bonus program for employees based on the profitability of their Reporting Center and the contributions of the employee to its success.

KPFF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.