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About the Role

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to contribute immediately to active projects. This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong technical foundation who is comfortable taking ownership of design tasks, working across multiple projects, and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key part in the execution of ongoing projects, contributing to both technical design and overall project delivery.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis and design for a variety of building projects
Take ownership of design tasks across multiple active projects
Prepare detailed calculations, reports, and construction documents
Coordinate with architects, contractors, and internal teams to move projects forward efficiently
Apply engineering judgment to meet project timelines and client expectations
Support and mentor early-career engineers
Participate in site visits, field coordination, and client interactions

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
At least 3 years of structural design experience
Ability to contribute with minimal ramp-up
Experience working on multiple concurrent projects
Strong understanding of real-world project delivery
EIT required; PE in progress or recently obtained preferred
Proficiency in structural analysis/design software
Experience with Revit and/or AutoCAD
Strong communication skills and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
Computer-based work for prolonged periods during analysis, drafting, and documentation efforts
Occasional field visits to construction sites requiring mobility and navigation of uneven terrain
Light lifting of equipment or materials up to approximately 15 pounds

Skills

Structural analysis
Structural design
Revit
AutoCAD
Communication

Location

New York City

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

3+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Master's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$95,000-$120,000

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Medical insurance (two plans available)
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
KPFF Paid Family Leave
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
Paid holidays (including two floating Holidays)
Paid time off (vacation, sick, jury duty)
Professional development and licensure fee reimbursement

About the Company

KPFF Consulting Engineers has over 65 years of experience in innovative, sustainable engineering for the built environment and complex infrastructure challenges.
The team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting professional journeys with flexibility, generous benefits, and work-life integration.
With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office flexibility.
The New York City office operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with a strong project pipeline, working on diverse projects including commercial developments, tenant improvements, adaptive reuse, renovation, civic, K–12, and retail projects.
The NYC office provides engineers with meaningful, real-world experience early and often, with exposure to technical design, project delivery, team collaboration, and client needs, budgets, and timelines.
KPFF is committed to developing well-rounded engineers who grow quickly and take ownership.

Equal Opportunity

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.