Structural Designer

LPA, Inc. • San Diego, CA

4d • $68,000 - $99,000

About The Position

LPA is seeking a Structural Designer to join its integrated team of architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, and master planners. The role supports collaborative, sustainable design across a broad range of building projects, including offices, educational and recreational buildings, laboratories, health care facilities, and performing arts centers. The designer will contribute throughout each stage of project design and take part in an integrated, multidisciplinary process. LPA offers mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities, including preparation for PE and SE licensure.

LPA is an award-winning multidisciplinary design firm with offices in California and Texas. Its work focuses on creating sustainable spaces with positive environmental, economic, and social impacts. The firm describes its culture as supportive and collaborative, encouraging creativity, curiosity, wellness, diversity, professional growth, and work-life balance. The position is eligible for an annual bonus, and salary is determined by factors including geographic location, skills, education, experience, and project complexity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Enthusiastic commitment to the multidisciplinary design process and team environment.
• Curiosity and openness to learning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Revit, RAM, RISA, and ETABs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the integrated design process with other disciplines at LPA.
• Assist Project Engineers and Project Managers with comprehensive structural design for a variety of building types and structural systems.
• Research next-generation design and analysis methods related to projects.
• Actively participate in project construction administration.
• Receive mentorship and training from Project Leaders, including preparation for PE and SE licensure.

Benefits

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and other in-house disciplines.
• Career growth opportunities, including licensure incentives, professional development grants, and a professional development process.
• In-house management and leadership training opportunities.
• Education opportunities through LPA+U and LPA Tech Talks.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement and financial planning.
• Wellness initiatives.
• Flexible work/life programs.
• Annual bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level