Project Engineer - Natural Hazards Risk Assessments
Holmes US•Los Angeles, CA
•$87,000 - $114,000•Hybrid
About The Position
This role combines technical project work with real-world impact - evaluating flood, wind, wildfire, earthquake, extreme temperature, and drought hazards for buildings and communities, and developing the mitigation and adaptation strategies that make them more resilient. The Natural Hazards team sits at the intersection of structural expertise and climate resilience, helping buildings and communities withstand the forces shaping our world.
Requirements
- A B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering
- 3+ years of relevant structural engineering experience
- PE licence
- Solid grounding in structural analysis and building performance under load - seismic, wind, flood, or otherwise
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and critically review technical reports
- Confidence presenting findings to clients and contributing to team talks and technical sessions
- A pragmatic, resourceful, ambitious mindset with a hunger to take on new responsibilities
Nice To Haves
- Prior natural hazards experience (particularly flood) is a plus, but not required - we value fast learners
Responsibilities
- Perform structural vulnerability assessments of existing buildings and sites across multiple natural hazard types
- Develop structural mitigation and adaptation solutions for identified vulnerabilities
- Develop climate-informed structural design criteria for new buildings
- Communicate risk assessment findings clearly and confidently to clients
- Prepare structural design solutions for mitigation projects
- Perform post-event structural damage assessments and design repairs
- Prepare high-quality written reports that translate complex technical findings into actionable recommendations
Benefits
- Hybrid work model
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability and other voluntary plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
- Health Savings Account
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time off - Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave, Family Leave for new parents, and Community Service time
- Paid Holidays
- Pre-Tax Commuter Transit
- 401(k) retirement savings with Company contribution
- Company sponsored events
- Diversity/Inclusion programs and initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
