Careers

Structural Focus is always looking for qualified people with the right combination of talent and communication skills. We need dynamic, hard-working individuals that crave responsibility and want to work on challenging designs with fun but demanding clients. We require strong communication skills, excellent technical knowledge, self-drive and the ability to work with others. Structural Focus provides a very creative and pleasant work environment, flexible hours, interesting projects, and we value a balanced lifestyle. Work hard, play hard.

Structural Focus is the #1 Best Small Company to Work in Los Angeles!

“Our belief has always been to treat our team with respect and encourage growth, and their talent and dedication have made our success possible!” – Structural Focus President, David Cocke, SE, F.SEI, F.ASCE

Structural Focus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive workforce. Structural Focus does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Openings

Structural Intern Designer

Internship opportunities are available every summer. We seek interns who are already enrolled in or about to enroll in a graduate school (Master’s) program for a Structural Engineering degree. We encourage exceptional candidates attracted to our mission and work environment to submit their cover letter and resume for consideration. For more information regarding REQUIRED and PREFERRED qualifications, click below.

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Structural Designer

Positions for newly-graduated Structural Designers with a Master's degree and up to 3 years of experience are available based on qualifications. We require excellent engineering and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the project team. We encourage exceptional candidates attracted to our mission and work environment to submit their cover letter and resume for consideration. For more information regarding REQUIRED and PREFERRED qualifications, click below.

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Design Engineer

Design Engineer positions with 3 to 5 years of building design experience are available based on qualifications. A Master's degree is required and a PE license is preferred. We require excellent engineering and communication skills coupled with a desire to serve clients. We encourage exceptional candidates attracted to our mission and work environment to submit their cover letter and resume for consideration. For more information regarding REQUIRED and PREFERRED qualifications, click below.

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Project Engineer

Motivated Project Engineers with 5 to 8 years of experience in the design and evaluation of buildings are encouraged to apply. Available opportunities are based on qualifications. A PE license is required, an SE license is preferred. We place a high value on the ability to work collaboratively with the project team. An experienced engineer should display a high level of management, communication, and technical skills. We encourage exceptional candidates attracted to our mission and work environment to submit their cover letter and resume for consideration. For more information regarding REQUIRED and PREFERRED qualifications, click below.

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CAD/BIM Drafter

CAD/BIM Drafters with a minimum of 2 years of CAD/Revit experience are encouraged to apply. Available opportunities are based on qualifications. Certification from an Accredited Trade School is a must. We place a high value on the ability to work collaboratively with the project team. We encourage exceptional candidates attracted to our mission and work environment to submit their cover letter and resume for consideration. For more information regarding REQUIRED and PREFERRED qualifications, click below.

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How to Apply

Please use our online contact form to submit a brief message, your resume, and a cover letter.

Training/Continuing Education

Continuing education is a priority for us at Structural Focus. For structural engineers, learning never stops. We believe that professional development is essential to the ongoing success of our company, it helps to develop a broader understanding of the field and to stay current with what is new and developing in the industry. Structural Focus encourages attending technical and management seminars and being active in professional organizations.

We also have lunchtime presentations and seminars addressing changes in structural engineering and project execution. Significant changes are constantly being made to construction processes, the products and materials used, and overall design methodologies. We make it our responsibility to be proficient in all aspects of structural engineering so that we can provide our clients with innovative solutions to their projects.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Generous Medical coverage including employee and family health insurance, dental, long-term disability, long-term care, and life insurance coverage.
• A 401k plan is available for your participation, as well as a profit-sharing plan based on the firm’s profitability.
• Assistance with your Continuing Education including eight hours of paid time per year and payment of all approved seminar and conference registration fees, as well as professional licensing fees.
• Vacation and sick leave are combined into paid time off. We believe this provides more flexibility and allows more vacation time for the average employee.
• We also observe eight holidays off per year: seven major holidays plus one floating day off.

Work Environment

Structural Focus prides itself in being respectful of the need for a work/home balance, different work styles and open and clear communication. Our collegial work environment provides an open interaction between management and staff. Championing individual growth, professional and personal, and the celebration of such achievements are an instrumental part of Structural Focus’ work culture.

Flexibility is key for Southern California residents. We understand that everyone has a different schedule and lifestyle. Some events like a doctor’s appointment or a tough morning commute are unavoidable. Thus we work to provide our employees with flexible schedules sometimes made possible through home connectivity.