Job Description
Structural Staff Engineer At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Job Summary:
Our office in San Diego, CA is looking for Staff Engineer to perform building design and evaluation in industries such as Life Sciences, Data Center, Tech, Civic, Education, Mixed-use, and Healthcare. In this role, you will: Provide full life-cycle project design from kick-off to construction document production and construction oversight Be responsible for producing engineering documents such as reports, calculations, and drawings that are complete and technically accurate Be responsible for assisting clients regarding technical design issues, coordination of document preparation, and submittals Utilize design software such as RISA, Enercalc, RAM, Bluebeam, and REVIT to produce construction drawings You will be a great fit if: Bachelor's Degree in Architectural, Structural or Civil with Structural Engineering Emphasis from ABET accredited school Have passed the F.E. exam, California PE license strongly preferred 2-5 years of related experience in building design. Critical facility experience a plus. You have experience with Revit (preferred) The desire to work towards the Company's goal of excellent and timely service. Strong time management skills and self-starter a must Experience in building foundations, framing systems, and lateral system design Experience with high seismic structural design (SDC D, E or F) strongly desired, high wind, and/or blast-resistant design a plus Location :
San Diego, CA Full time in office with hybrid work schedule Travel :
10% National Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $105,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support For more information, visit our full benefits overview here . Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law. Third-Party Agency Notice Salas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
