Entry-Level Structural Engineer 0-2 yrs exp

Location: St. Louis, MO, us Department: St. Louis Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

We are seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join our growing engineering team in St. Louis, Missouri. This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to advance their structural engineering skills while working on diverse and impactful projects. As a KPFF engineer, you will collaborate closely with experienced engineers to assist in the analysis, design, and documentation of various structural systems.

Assist in Structural Analysis and Design: Contribute to the analysis and design of building components, utilizing industry-standard software under the guidance of senior engineers.

Prepare Structural Calculations and Documentation: Perform structural calculations, prepare technical documents, and assist in the development of comprehensive project documentation.

Support Design Development: Help senior engineers create design solutions for various structural systems, ensuring adherence to project requirements and industry standards.

Create and Modify Structural Drawings: Use Revit or similar software to develop and update structural drawings, ensuring accuracy and quality.

Participate in Site Visits: Conduct site visits to assess existing structures, monitor construction progress, and support the evaluation of structural integrity.

Prepare Engineering Reports: Assist in creating detailed structural engineering reports and documentation to support project deliverables.

Collaborate with Multi-Disciplinary Teams: Work closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure cohesive and efficient project execution.

Maintain Project Records and Documentation: Organize and manage project records to maintain clear, accurate documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Support Quality Control: Contribute to quality control processes, ensuring structural designs meet company and industry standards.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with an emphasis in structures.

Coursework or experience in steel, concrete, wood, masonry, seismic analysis, or structural dynamics.

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or a clear path to obtain within the next six months

Strong understanding of structural engineering principles and mechanics

Basic knowledge of building codes and construction standards

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Previous internship experience in structural engineering is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree in Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering with an emphasis in structures preferred.

Familiarity with structural analysis and design software (e.g., RAM, ETABS, SAP2000, or similar)

Additional Information

Physical and Work Environment

Duties are typically performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.

Ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.

May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.

Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking, standing, kneeling, using a ladder, or navigating uneven terrain.

When Personal Protective Equipment[JR1]  (PPE) is required by a project site, PPE will be provided.

Why KPFF

Culture and Benefits

At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects.

KPFF Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance: Choose between a traditional Open Access Plus (OAP) medical plan or a high-deductible OAP plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health Savings Account Contribution: KPFF contributes $50 per paycheck to the HSA for employees enrolled in the eligible high-deductible medical plan

Dental and Vision Insurance: KPFF pays the employee premium for dental and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts: Access to Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs for eligible pre-tax expenses

Employer-Paid Insurance: KPFF provides short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and travel accident insurance

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for employees

401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF automatically contributes 3% of your base salary, with no employee contribution required. Employer contributions are immediately vested, and employees may also make pre-tax or Roth contributions.

Paid Time Off: Vacation and personal and sick time, with vacation accrual increasing based on tenure

Paid Holidays: Company-observed holidays plus two floating holidays each year

KPFF Paid Family Leave: Up to six weeks of paid family leave per ye