Structural Project Engineer
Thornton Tomasetti•San Francisco, CA
•$92,000 - $120,000
About The Position
Thornton Tomasetti’s Forensics Practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions grounded in science and physics. The Structural Project Engineer will take on a technical and coordination role, leading complex structural evaluations and failure analyses, guiding junior engineers, and helping deliver forensic solutions. The role involves cross-disciplinary coordination, project-management support, and developing client-facing and project-leadership skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
- At least 4 years of structural engineering experience.
- Proficiency with structural analysis and documentation tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA-3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD.
- Ability to solve complex problems confidently, balance priorities, and adapt designs effectively.
- Ability to coordinate across disciplines, communicate clearly, mentor junior staff, and grow a professional presence.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or PhD in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure.
Responsibilities
- Lead and refine structural evaluations and failure analyses, using sound engineering judgment to solve project challenges.
- Organize information clearly and review junior staff’s work to maintain the quality of deliverables.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, legal teams, insurance professionals, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Take on increased responsibility for technical decisions.
- Delegate work and provide feedback to support junior team members and foster a collaborative team culture.
- Assist with project-management activities and participate in client-facing opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare
- Paid time off
- Family leave for new parents
- Volunteer time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Commuter transit benefits where available
- 401(k) retirement savings with company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness reimbursement
- Wellness, diversity/inclusion, and employee resource programs and initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
