Demo

Structural Engineer

Actalent
Newport, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026

Structural Engineer (Intermediate Level)

Overview

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to support the design and analysis of commercial, institutional, and industrial building projects. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a strong technical focus, with an emphasis on structural calculations, modeling, and the development of coordinated design documents.

You’ll work closely with architects and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality, efficient structural solutions that meet project goals and client expectations.


About the Company

The firm is a multidisciplinary engineering organization known for delivering innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions across a wide range of industries. With a collaborative, people-focused culture, the company emphasizes technical excellence, professional growth, and long-term client relationships. Employees benefit from a supportive team environment, diverse project opportunities, and a strong commitment to quality and integrity in every project.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform structural design and analysis for steel and concrete systems
  • Develop and review structural calculations, models, and construction documents
  • Collaborate with architects and other engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated designs
  • Contribute to project deliverables, including drawings, specifications, and reports
  • Participate in project meetings and coordination efforts
  • Support construction administration activities as needed
  • Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance (depending on experience level)

Tools & Technology

Work is performed in a collaborative engineering environment utilizing industry-standard tools, including:

  • ETABS
  • RAM Structural System
  • Revit
  • Additional structural analysis and modeling software

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field)
  • 3–6 years of structural design experience (commercial or institutional projects preferred)
  • Proficiency in structural analysis and design for building systems
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (strongly preferred; may be required based on role)
  • Experience mentoring or guiding junior engineers

What Sets You Up for Success

  • Strong focus on structural design and analysis
  • Ability to produce high-quality, coordinated deliverables
  • Effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
  • Proficiency with structural engineering software and tools
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newport Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change) 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Newport Beach,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $95,000 - $140,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Structural Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Structural Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$85,699 - $106,221
Income Estimation: 
$103,075 - $132,729
Income Estimation: 
$99,722 - $129,659
Income Estimation: 
$95,339 - $136,177
Income Estimation: 
$85,699 - $106,221
Income Estimation: 
$103,075 - $132,729
Income Estimation: 
$99,722 - $129,659
Income Estimation: 
$95,339 - $136,177
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Actalent

  • Actalent Sioux, SD
  • Job Title: Project Manager Job Description The Project Manager plays a critical role in supporting client service delivery by coordinating and completing p... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Actalent Sioux, SD
  • Job Title: Drafter Job Description The Drafter develops detailed structural steel drawings and material lists from architectural and structural design docu... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Actalent Kula, HI
  • Actalent is in search of a candidate who is interested in a conversation based position located in Kula, HI. This is a welcoming position where the prospec... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Actalent Washington, DC
  • Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer Job Description This role focuses on electrical design for large commercial buildings, including developing complete ... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Structural Engineer jobs in the Newport, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders Newport, CA
  • Job Description GPLA, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is a leading firm in the field of structural engineering, dedicated to delivering innovative and... more
  • 22 Days Ago

  • GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders Newport, CA
  • Job Description GPLA, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is a leading firm in the field of structural engineering, dedicated to delivering innovative and... more
  • 16 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!