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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client (Engineering) is seeking entry-level Structural Designers to join their team in Textile Finance, CA. In this role you’ll support project teams with fundamental structural engineering tasks while learning practical, office- and project-based skills under senior staff guidance.

• Perform basic structural modeling and calculations under supervision
• Produce and update CAD/Revit drawings, details, and construction documents
• Assist with load calculations, code checks and referencing standard design procedures
• Support project documentation, submittals and permit packages
• Coordinate with team members (engineers, drafters, architects, and consultants)
• Participate in design reviews, technical training, and regular team collaboration
• Attend occasional site visits and assist with field observations as directed
• Conduct research and gather technical information to support design decisions

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Who You Are / Key Skills

• Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals and structural behavior
• Coursework or hands-on training in concrete, steel, or wood design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional demeanor and ability to collaborate with diverse teams
• Good organizational skills with the ability to document and track work
• Willingness to learn structural analysis tools and office standards
• Ability to perform basic research and synthesize technical information

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Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures
• Transcripts showing completed courses in Concrete, Steel, or Wood Design
• No full-time work experience required (suitable for recent graduates)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher (Bachelor’s)
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structures) is a plus
• Graduate coursework in Structural Design, Steel/Wood Design, Concrete, or Seismic topics
• Previous internship or co-op experience in structural/civil engineering
• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification preferred

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Location & Schedule

• This position requires in-person attendance at the client’s office in Textile Finance, CA for the initial training period.
• After a satisfactory training period, a hybrid schedule (typically 2 days per week in the office) may be accommodated.
• Typical workweek: 40 hours, Monday–Friday. Core collaboration hours are generally 9:30 AM–3:30 PM.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range (California): $77,000–$87,000 per year (depending on education and experience). This range is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements.
• Medical, VSP vision, and dental insurance options
• 7 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year
• 2 weeks vacation annually (seniority-based accruals)
• 2 weeks combined personal/sick time
• Confidential Client contributes 3% of base salary to 401(k) regardless of employee contribution
• Paid Family Leave program (e.g., up to 60% of base salary for approved leave, per policy)
• Licensing support: testing fee reimbursement and licensing bonuses for CA PE/SE
• Monthly cell phone stipend and monthly "Way We Work" stipend (remote work / transit)
• Semi-annual bonuses
• Opportunities for continuing education, mentoring, and internal training events

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment at a desk or computer workstation.
• Frequent computer use for several hours per day is required.
• Occasional lifting of items up to 15 lbs may be required.
• In-person presence is required during the training period in Textile Finance, CA.

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Additional Notes

• Confidential Client participates in E‑Verify and will provide Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.
• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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