Structural Engineer 2+ years experience

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team based in Orange CA. This Structural Engineer will support a wide range of projects across industries including entertainment commercial industrial government detention and parking structures. This role offers the opportunity to develop analytical and design skills while focusing on seismic design seismic retrofits and advanced structural analysis methods. 

Join our dynamic team supporting exciting projects!  Work independently and make technical decisions based on building code interpretation as well as company client and industry standard practices. Grow your career with us in our Building Places group.

About Buildings Places

AECOMs Buildings Places practice includes architecture interiors building engineering workplace strategy business transformation asset advisory economics and development planning master planning urban planning and landscape architecture in a dynamic interactive and creative work environment.

With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization we create better outcomes to grow economies protect natural systems conserve natural resources make societies more equitable and connect and engage people through innovative sustainable design solutions.

As a Structural Engineer with AECOM you will:

• Build analytical and design skills.
• Conduct engineering design under the limited supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Create designs calculations sketches diagrams schematic drawings and final working drawings under the limited supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Collect and analyze data under the limited supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.

Job Description   

The Structural Engineer is responsible for assisting more experienced staff with the design of major building projects across the United States (projects to have construction costs of up to $750M).  Potential projects come from a wide variety of industry sectors including entertainment commercial industrial parking structures government and detention.

The Structural Engineer will work collaboratively with more experienced engineers on large projects and be given the responsibility to lead/work independently on smaller structural design projects and tasks.

Daily work includes:

• Perform structural analysis and design
• Coordinate work with other design disciplines and prepare contract documents
• Construction administration
• Author structural reports assessments and studies.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering and 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 

• US Citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated experience applying all major structural design codes.
• Demonstrated experience using 3-D structural analysis software. (examples include ETABS SAP RISA RAM and SAFE)
• Experience designing in Steel Concrete Masonry and Timber
• Experience with ASCE 41 for retrofit of existing structures
• Experience with Wind and Seismic lateral design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in use of REVIT/AutoCAD to provide production support as a portion of team support and development

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time