Senior Structural Engineer (12+Years)

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small.

The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas. 

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Coffman Engineers is seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Senior Structural Engineer with a minimum of twelve (12) years of experience providing comprehensive civil engineering services, from initial feasibility through design, permitting and construction support for our Bay Area office. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, have a desire to work and grow with a multidiscipline engineering team, and be willing to have fun.

Our Bay Area structural team is small and highly collaborative, offering meaningful opportunities for local leadership, mentorship, and career growth. At the same time, the structural team benefits from the depth of expertise, resources, and peer support available across Coffman Engineers’ California offices, providing both local ownership and statewide connectivity.

We are looking for people who work effectively with all personality types, are interested in developing close relationships with our great clients, and who desires to grow professionally and stay involved in the activities and exciting trends in the industry. The position will involve a mix of technical design and consulting, construction support, and new project scoping and proposal writing. We work in tight-knit teams that support each other and are managed with a healthy work-life balance that is focused on development and caring for the whole person. 

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university, required.
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, preferred.
• Minimum of 12+ years of professional experience in the structural design of buildings or similar structures.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.), required.
• California Structural Engineer (S.E.) license, preferred.
• Perform and oversee structural analysis, design, and detailing on a variety of commercial and industrial building projects.
• Strong time management skills.
• Collaborate with the architect, owner, and contractor to provide a well-coordinated and high-quality set of structural drawings
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of engineers, designers and drafters to execute structural designs.
• Meet with project teams to ensure effective communication flow during design.
• Interface with the contractor during construction to ensure positive results with minimum complications
• Attend construction site visits and assist in construction administration.
• Manage profitability of projects and maintain a working relationship with clients.
• Participate in business development, including proposal writing and contact negotiations
• Be available to travel to local job sites and client meetings several times per week.
• Be present in the office during the days and hours that are set by the office manager. In-office work is required for this role.
• Experience in a multi-discipline setting preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why You Want To Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

The office you will be joining may provide flexibility to work from home some of the time. The specifics of your work from home options will be worked out with your manager following your hire.

Coffman offer a comprehensive benefits plan, flexible PTO program, an open collaborative environment, professional development, community opportunities, and lively employee activities. But the best part of working here is being in an environment that allows you to be yourself, be respected, work alongside other intelligent motivated people, and have some good hearty fun while you impact the built environment around you!

Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman at a Glance:

• 47 years in business 
• 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• 70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014 
• #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022 
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021 
• #161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023 

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This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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