Structural Design Engineer (entry-level)

**Pay Range:** $65,000–$85,000 per year, or equivalent hourly, based on experience and qualifications. Non-exempt; overtime is paid at normal salary rate. **About RW** RW Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a structural engineering firm delivering safe, resilient, and innovative structures across California. Our practice centers on public K-12 and community college projects under the jurisdiction of the Division of the State Architect (DSA), complemented by healthcare, residential, commercial, and parks and recreation work. In school design, our mission is to create structures that inspire learning and stand the test of time. We are a boutique firm of eight engineers, the majority of whom are licensed civil or structural engineers. Our team works together in a single open office, where collaboration and open communication are part of every day. **The Role** We are seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join our West Sacramento office. From day one, you will work directly with licensed structural engineers on active projects, from schematic design through agency review and construction administration. Rather than specializing narrowly, our design engineers gain exposure to the full project lifecycle and a broad range of structural systems. **What You Will Do** * Perform structural analysis and design for gravity and lateral systems under the guidance of licensed engineers * Prepare structural calculations and contribute to construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD * Design in wood, steel, concrete, masonry, light-gauge steel, and modular prefabricated systems * Support DSA and HCAI submittals and respond to plan review comments * Provide construction administration support, including shop drawing review, RFI responses, and site visits * Coordinate with architects, contractors, and school districts as part of the project team **What You Bring** * Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or architectural engineering required * 0–2 years of structural design experience, including internships * Coursework or experience in wood, steel, concrete, or masonry design * Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate required * Competency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam, and in RISA and Excel for structural analysis * Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail * Ability to work on-site in West Sacramento and travel to job sites as needed **Why RW** * **Mentorship from licensed engineers.** Work side by side with the licensed structural engineers responsible for each project, with guidance available whenever you need it. * **Full project exposure.** Follow your designs from concept through agency approval and construction. * **Specialized expertise.** Build experience in DSA and HCAI projects, a specialized skill set supported by a steady base of public school work. * **Variety.** A broad range of materials, structural systems, and building types within one office. * **Room to innovate.** As a boutique firm, we invest in innovation and encourage our engineers to develop tools that improve efficiency and the quality of our work. * **Room to grow.** We hire with long-term careers in mind. **Benefits** Your well-being is our priority. * Medical, dental, and vision insurance reimbursement * SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 3% employer match * Discretionary, merit-based year-end bonuses * 18 days of paid time off, 6 days of paid sick time, and 8 paid holidays * Paid overtime at normal salary rate. * Flexible scheduling * Learning budget for courses, certifications, and workshops * Team retreats and events **Work Location** This position is on-site at our West Sacramento office, with flexibility in your weekly schedule. Working side by side is how we mentor, collaborate, and make decisions quickly. Remote work is not currently available for this role. **How to Apply** Apply directly through this posting and include your resume. RW Consulting Engineers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Work Location: In person