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Office Locations: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle & Boulder

• Structural Designer

  San Francisco & Los Angeles

  Holmes is an international design firm that does more than just engineering. We are compelled by possibilities, informed by community interests, and in constant pursuit of the why behind all our work. With US offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, and Boulder, we are part of the New Zealand-based Holmes Group with employees around the Pacific Rim.

  Our vision at Holmes is to be more representative of the communities we serve—and the places we live and work.  People at Holmes are encouraged to dream big and are empowered to achieve their goals in an environment where we recognize and value diversity. Our commitment is to provide all of our great people equal support and equal opportunity to thrive, grow and develop.

  We are seeking Structural Designers to join us!

  Ideal candidates should be ambitious about learning all sides of the business by doing great work, then successfully conveying that work to clients, projects teams, and colleagues—technical expertise and strong social finesse. In this deadline-heavy environment, we’re looking for fast learners and excellent communicators with the ability to handle increased responsibilities. Candidates should have a B.S. (M.S. preferred) in Structural Engineering, and 1+ years of related experience.

  Benefits

  Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

  • Hybrid work model
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability and other voluntary plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
  • Health Savings Account
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time off – Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave, Family Leave for new parents, and Community Service time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Transit
  • 401(k) retirement savings with Company contribution
  • Company sponsored events
  • Diversity / Inclusion programs and initiatives

  Compensation

  Base salary: $65,000 – $80,000 + biannual profit share bonus potential.  Salary will be commensurate with experience / skills and location.

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• Structural Project Engineer

  San Francisco & Los Angeles

  Holmes is an international design firm that does more than just engineering. We are compelled by possibilities, informed by community interests, and in constant pursuit of the why behind all our work. With US offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, and Boulder, we are part of the New Zealand-based Holmes Group with employees around the Pacific Rim.

  Our vision at Holmes is to be more representative of the communities we serve—and the places we live and work.  People at Holmes are encouraged to dream big and are empowered to achieve their goals in an environment where we recognize and value diversity. Our commitment is to provide all of our great people equal support and equal opportunity to thrive, grow and develop.

  We are seeking Structural Project Engineers to join us!

  Candidates should have a B.S. (M.S. preferred) in Structural Engineering, and 3+ years of related experience. Candidates must be fast learners, ambitious, have the ability to handle increased responsibilities, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to interact effectively with clients, projects teams, and colleagues.

  Responsibilities:

  Responsible for planning and conducting design work on building structures requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection and application of engineering techniques. Experience with procedures and criteria for various project types, including but not limited to concrete, steel, masonry and wood. Works with project team internally and externally to deliver projects. Introduction to mentoring junior technical staff.

  Candidates should have:

  • B.S. and/or M.S. Degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering.
  • 3+ years working in the field of structural engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
  • Seismic design experience or education.
  • Verbal communication skills, including listening and questioning.
  • Written communication skills, including report writing.
  • Presentation skills to contribute to team talks, technical sessions and project presentations.
  • Time management skills.
  • Computer software skills: Intermediate MS Word, Advanced MS Excel. Intermediate ETABS, SAP, Risa (or equivalent).
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Sound technical skills: understands structural engineering design principles.
  • Team player: works with project team.

  Benefits

  Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

  • Hybrid work model
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability and other voluntary plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
  • Health Savings Account
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time off – Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave, Family Leave for new parents, and Community Service time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Transit
  • 401(k) retirement savings with Company contribution
  • Company sponsored events
  • Diversity / Inclusion programs and initiatives

  Compensation

  Base salary: $70,000 – $105,000 + biannual profit share bonus potential.  Salary will be commensurate with experience / skills and location.

   

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