Structural Engineer (Entry Level)

Coffman Engineers, Inc. • San Diego, CA

5d • $80,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Coffman Engineers is seeking an entry-level Structural Engineer for its San Diego office. The role focuses on designing commercial, institutional, and industrial structures and working with a multidisciplinary engineering team. The position includes structural analysis and design, evaluation of existing buildings, and support for BIM and production efforts. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, subject to change, and paid overtime at 1.0 times the hourly rate. Expected base salary is $80,000 to $88,000, depending on education, experience, and licensure.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, interested in professional growth, and able to contribute both independently and collaboratively. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript in PDF format. The cover letter should explain their motivation to become a structural engineer and describe a personal passion outside engineering. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, or demonstrate the ability to develop these abilities.
• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities, or demonstrate the ability to develop these abilities.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Excellent leadership, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Contribute positively to office and department goals, culture, and morale.

Nice To Haves

• Internship in structural design of buildings or similar structures.
• Experience with computer analysis software systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of members including beams, columns, walls, joists, and foundations.
• Develop structural models that mathematically define and idealize the structure being designed.
• Use approved codes and standards to determine building demands due to wind and seismic loads.
• Analyze and design connections between structural elements in buildings.
• Perform analysis to evaluate seismic risk in existing buildings using approved structural codes and standards.
• Assist in managing BIM and production efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate.
• Discretionary end-of-year bonus based on company, team, and personal performance.
• Hybrid work schedule, subject to change.
• 401(k) with maximum 5% company contribution matching with 9% employee contribution.
• Flexible schedule.
• Potential eligibility for PTO.
• Fully stocked kitchen.

What This Job Offers

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