Staff Engineer



Verdant Structural Engineers (VSE), a growing structural engineering firm, is seeking structural design engineers of all levels of expertise. At a minimum, qualified candidates must have an EIT (PE is preferred), wood, concrete and steel design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT, a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, and an interest in sustainable design. Field practice experience and a masters degree is preferred. Candidates should also have good communication skills and a strong grounding in engineering principles.


VSE works on a wide range of projects, but most typically designs residential and small commercial buildings (both remodels and new construction). With a long history of quality design using standard structural engineering materials (wood, concrete, steel, etc.), VSE also has extensive experience in sustainable structural design, working with materials such as straw bale, cob, adobe, rammed earth and bamboo. VSE works with many types of clients, including owners, contractors and cutting-edge green architectural design firms. VSE offers the opportunity of managing a project from start to finish.


Our office is small, lively and hard-working. We are located in West Berkeley, in the Gilman Street district. Our office space, which we share with an architecture firm, is open and bright, and is situated next to Codornices Creek. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all VSE staff is currently working from home, and this job has opportunities to work remotely into the future. Site visits are regularly required in this position.


Job Requirements:
  • EIT License (PE preferred)
  • Wood, concrete and steel design experience
  • An interest in sustainable design
  • Field practice experience preferred
  • 3-15 years of field practice experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (master’s degree preferred)
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Risa 3D, REVIT is a plus
  • Good communication skills
  • 30+ hours/week minimum
  • Covid-19 vaccination required, but accommodations for disability- and religious-based reasons will be considered
Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Simple IRA with employer contributions
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Flexible hours

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: admin@verdantstructural.com
No phone calls, please.