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Structural Engineer (Entry Level)

Coffman Engineers Inc.
401(k)
United States, California, Newport Beach
1401 Dove Street (Show on map)
Feb 04, 2026
Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. 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.

Job Description

The right team is more than an advantage, it's a game changer! Come work with a team of engineering professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers' Newport Beach location.

We are seeking an entry-level Structural Engineer with an interest in pursuing the design of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures for our Newport Beach 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work semi-independently.
  • Assist in managing CAD and production efforts.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned.
  • Perform structural analysis and design of structural members such as beams, columns, walls, joists, and foundations.
  • Develop structural models that mathematically define and idealize the actual structure being designed.
  • Use approved codes and standards to define structural demands on buildings due to wind and seismic loadings.
  • Analyze and design connections of the various structural elements in a building structure.
  • Perform analysis needed to evaluate seismic risk in existing buildings using approved structural codes and standards.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Expected Base Salary: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00, depending on education, experience, and licensure.
  • Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate.
  • Competitive end-of-year discretionarybonus based on company/team/personal performance.
  • Hybrid work schedule (subject to change).
  • 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching with 9% Employee Contribution.
  • Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • A four-year degree in Structural Engineering or a related field
  • Master's Degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)
  • Internship in the structural design of buildings or similar structures (preferred)
  • Experience with computer analysis software systems
  • Excellent leadership, supervisory, and writing and verbal communication skills
  • Being comfortable consulting to architectural practices
  • Working as part of a multi-discipline design team

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
  • Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
  • Able to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel preferred.
  • Able to work independently as well as on teams.
  • Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
Additional Information

Why You Want To Work Here

Coffman truly focuses on its employees. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary and comprehensivebenefitspackage (including eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses), a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.

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:

  • 47years 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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Thisposition 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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