Associate / Associate Principal

Job Description

Job Description

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 a variety of practice areas : healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering and federal buildings. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark. We’re hiring at the Associate / Associate Principal level in our LA and Orange locations .

If you are interested in joining our team and do not see your desired position on our "Job Openings" page, please send an email with a targeted cover letter expressing interest to : humanresources@degenkolb.com

Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. We offer a well-defined career path, focused professional development, opportunities for committee participation and leadership, a mentorship program, variety in work assignments, a comprehensive benefits package, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile.

The annual salary range for this position, across the listed offices, generally ranges between $153,000 and $188,000 . This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the California Pay Transparency Law. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including company geographic differentials, education level and candidate qualifications.

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

We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule! To learn more about the company culture and our approach to development, please visit our website using the links below :

https : / / degenkolb.com / culture /

Job Summary : Facilitate the design and engineering of structural systems for building structures and facilities from pre-schematic phase through construction closeout.

Responsibilities :

• Plan, coordinate, schedule and organize detailed phases of structural engineering projects to include seismic evaluations and upgrades of existing buildings using standards such as ASCE 41.
• Perform and review complex structural calculations and analysis for new building design to California building codes based on advanced theoretical knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles and concepts.
• Manage multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects with minimal supervision from senior technical staff.
• Oversee work of junior engineers, designers and / or BIM drafters in production of structural construction documents including drawings, specifications, bidding, and construction administration for projects.
• Determine project design decisions based on client and project requirements, such as load requirements, governing codes, architectural constraints, operational constraints, fabrication and erection requirements.
• Develop technical skills of junior staff with empathy and a genuine interest in the career progression of colleagues.
• Perform complex structural calculations by applying appropriate system concepts and layouts.
• Review RFI’s, submittals, and other construction related documents.
• Prepare client proposals including scope, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Maintain close relationship with client during project development, execution, and completion.
• Lead or participate in client and design team meetings as well as plan review and approval processes.
• Pursue business development efforts.

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Application Process : Click the Apply Now button. Please submit your resume and a targeted cover letter describing the alignment of your background with this position.

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 fostering an inclusive workplace where a wide range of perspectives, skills, and experiences are welcomed and respected.