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entry level structural engineer designer

DEGENKOLB ENGINEERS

<div>Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need&mdash;whether meeting stringent codes, staying on budget, adhering to tight schedules, or creating landmark structural systems.

Position Description: We review candidates for this Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer position throughout the year in all of our California offices (Los Angeles, Oakland, Orange, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco), as well as Seattle, WA and our Midwest offices in Detroit and Grand Rapids, MI. Applicants may indicate interest in multiple locations on a single application.

Ideal Candidate: A high-achieving master&rsquo;s student (undergraduate GPA 3.40 or above) with a passion for structural engineering, seismic analysis (non-Michigan offices) and/or steel (Michigan). You want to be part of a high-performing team that supports your professional development with a challenging mix of projects, mentorship, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position, across the various offices, generally ranges between $84,000 and $112,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including location, company geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program. 
Culture: We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for personal lives. You will benefit from focused professional development within a supportive and transparent team environment, as well as opportunities for committee participation and leadership, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more about the company, please visit: https://degenkolb.com/culture/
Job Description: 
Create a safe and beautifully built environment through expert engineering consultation, with a commitment to serving the needs of our clients. The core technical tasks you focus on during this training period will prepare you for the Professional Engineering (PE) licensing exam.

Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Review architectural and structural drawings for new and existing structures to provide structural design and analysis.</li>
<li>Prepare engineering calculation packages, including assumptions and narrative to justify design methodology.</li>
<li>Assist in solving client construction challenges by coordinating with other disciplines, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing construction engineering.</li>
<li>Gain exposure to new concepts in construction.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Requirements:
<ul>
<li>MS in Structural Engineering OR BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis with 1&ndash;2 years of relevant, post-degree, full-time work experience.</li>
<li>Undergraduate GPA 3.40 or higher.</li>
<li>Professional communication skills.</li>
<li>Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.</li>
<li>Unofficial Undergraduate and Graduate transcript submission.</li>
</ul>
Desired Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Passing grade on FE exam.</li>
<li>Knowledge of software programs such as AutoCAD, Tekla, RISA, RAM, Revit, Excel, MathCAD, SAP2000, ETABS, Python, or others.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership potential.</li>
<li>Experience in seismic engineering analysis and design of buildings a plus.</li>
</ul>
Application Process: Please read through the job postings and apply to a single position for which you feel you are best qualified. Click the Apply Now button and complete the application.

Submit all of the following:
<div>
<ul><li>Resume</li></ul>
<ul><li>Unofficial transcripts&mdash;undergraduate and graduate, as applicable
</li></ul><ul><li>Targeted cover letter describing why you want to work with Degenkolb and how your background aligns with this position</li></ul></div> 


Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where a wide range of perspectives, skills, and experiences are welcomed and respected.</div>

Entry-Level Structural Engineer | Designer

McKinstry

<div><div>Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry! 
 
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2026 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Structural Engineer Intern to join our Engineering &amp; Design team in Seattle, WA. Our teams focus on projects including small and fast energy retrofits, data centers, large-scale new construction, and strategic decarbonization efforts for campuses. 
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we&rsquo;re building a thriving planet. 
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We&rsquo;re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:<ul><li>
renewables and energy services
</li><li>engineering and design</li><li>
construction and facility services</li></ul>
To get where we&rsquo;re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you? 
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You&rsquo;ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
 What we look for in our Structural Engineer Interns:<ul><li>
Must be pursuing or have a bachelor/masters degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering with a Structural focus or a related field. Junior student standing or higher required.</li><li>
Availability in Summer 2026 (May/June start until August/September depending on school); part-time availability after Summer preferred.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess excellent follow-up skills.</li><li>
Must be self&ndash;motivated, able to multi‐task and work independently.</li><li>
Ability or aptitude to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates and other regularly encountered items.</li><li>
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint and MS Project preferred.</li><li>
CAD experience through AutoCAD MEP or Revit preferred.</li><li>
Must be 18 years of age or older.</li></ul>
What are our Structural Engineer Interns responsible for:<ul><li>
Performing construction administration activities as needed for various structural projects.</li><li>
Supporting ongoing mechanical and electrical projects from a structural perspective.</li><li>
Performing sizing, layout, and coordination of structural and seismic support of equipment, ductwork, and piping for new and relocated scope.</li><li>
Researching codes for inspection requirements.</li><li>
Assisting with project submittals related to seismic and structural design.</li><li>
Generating accurate structural calculations</li><li>
Exploring building information modeling concepts and practices when using BIM as a design platform</li><li>
Utilizing both manual and packaged calculations software.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re passionate about sustainability and want to work with our team to help solve the critical problems our industry and clients face, we invite you to apply.
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.</div></div>

Structural Engineer Intern

<div><div>Electrical CAD Designer
 - (189871)</div><div><div>
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? 
 
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 
 
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.<div><div> 
In the role of Electrical CAD Designer, we'll count on you to: 
</div><div><ul><li>
Work for a specific discipline, with minimal direction from the Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional</li><li>
Be responsible for their discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope</li><li>
Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline</li><li>
To be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements</li><li>
Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, plan presentation for the specific discipline design, and how it interacts with other discipline models</li><li>
Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software</li><li>
Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, &amp; diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software</li><li>
Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets</li><li>
Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output</li><li>
Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health. Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes</li><li>
Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>
Required Qualifications
 
</div><div><ul><li>Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience</li><li>
A minimum of 5 years related industry experience</li><li>
Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure</li><li>
Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool</li><li>
Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools</li><li>
Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts</li><li>
Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential</li></ul></div></div>
What We Believe 
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. 
 
Our Commitment 
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. 
 
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.</div>
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Seattle/Bellevue WA: $66,948 - $95,640 Spokane, WA.: $53,001 - $75,715 - Bend OR $53,001-$75,715; Portland OR $58,580 - $83,685.</div><div>
Primary Location:
United States-Oregon-Portland</div><div>
Other Locations:
United States-Oregon-Bend, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Washington-Bellevue</div><div>
Industry:
Power</div><div>
Schedule:
Full-time</div><div>
Employee Status:
Regular</div><div>
BusinessClass:
Hydropower</div><div>
Job Posting:
Dec 19, 2025</div></div>

Electrical CAD Designer

Nordstrom

<div>POSITION NOTE: This position is being offered at a TEMPORARY assignment at Nordstrom. The expected duration of this temporary assignment is apx. 2 months; from mid- January through February, 2026, subject to change based on the needs of the business. The position will end at the conclusion of the assignment.
NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.
The ideal TEMPORY Technical Designer is detail-oriented, obsessed with apparel development and committed to providing outstanding customer service.
A day in the life&hellip;<ul><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional peers and external partners to ensure product is aligned with development strategies and business needs</li><li>
Develop clear, concise Tech Packs to include measurement worksheet and construction images to align with Design intent and Brand DNA and evaluate samples to ensure product specifications, quality and construction standards are being executed; follow the sample through fit approvals to production to ensure intent is met</li><li>
Communicate fit comments to suppliers to achieve desired corrections and collaborate with stakeholders to streamline product development and production processes, escalating when leadership involvement is needed</li><li>
Build trusting relationships with suppliers and maintain close dialogue regarding capacity and calendar and align and deliver to agreed calendar milestones</li><li>
Partner with Pattern Engineer and Design Team on block pattern development to align with brand benchmarks</li><li>
Conduct wear tests, schedule and lead fit sessions (Exposure to fit model go-sees and measuring live models ), and analyze market research and customer review data to drive recommendations</li><li>
Collaborate with internal teams to maintain sample organization throughout development and production lifecycle</li><li>
Comfortably work across various categories and product types</li><li>
Participate in special projects as directed</li><li>
Partner with and mentor new-hires through various Technical Design stations of work</li></ul>
You own this if you have&hellip;<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field or equivalent industry experience</li><li>
Minimum 4 years' experience working in product Technical Design or related field</li><li>
Strong organization and time management skills
</li><li>Clear, effective written and verbal communication</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills</li><li>
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively</li></ul>
We&rsquo;ve got you covered&hellip;
Our employees are our most important asset and that&rsquo;s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:<ul><li>
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away</li><li>
Life Insurance and Disability</li><li>
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources</li></ul>
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It&rsquo;s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ&rsquo;s for relevant information and guidelines.
&copy; 2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. 
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$80,000.00 - $132,000.00 Annual
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf</div>

TEMPORARY Technical Designer (Hybrid, Seattle)

Verinext

<div>We are seeking a Senior Cloud &amp; Infrastructure Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Terraform, Microsoft Azure, and Databricks to design, automate, and evolve cloud infrastructure and data platforms. This role sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, identity-driven provisioning, and data integration, and requires both hands-on execution and the ability to influence better technical approaches across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings strong engineering fundamentals, modern automation practices, and the flexibility to help shape how infrastructure and data platforms are provisioned, integrated, and delivered at scale. 
 
This is a contract opportunity with one of Verinext's clients. Candidates must be comfortable working West Coast hours.
Requirements
Azure Cloud Engineering<ul>
<li>
Architect, deploy, and manage enterprise-grade Azure infrastructure and services</li>
<li>Implement and optimize Azure networking, security, identity, and governance components</li>
<li>Partner with architecture and platform teams to improve cloud design patterns and operational models</li>
</ul>
Infrastructure as Code &amp; Automation (Terraform)<ul>
<li>
Design and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for repeatable, scalable deployments</li>
<li>Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or equivalent) to automate infrastructure provisioning and changes</li>
<li>Introduce and evaluate alternative automation approaches to improve speed, reliability, and maintainability</li>
</ul>
Data Platform Integration (Databricks)<ul>
<li>
Support provisioning and integration of Databricks environments within Azure</li>
<li>Enable secure and reliable data movement in and out of Databricks</li>
<li>Collaborate with data engineering teams to align infrastructure automation with analytics and data platform needs</li></ul> 
Additional Responsibilities<ul>
<li>
Support cloud provisioning workflows integrated with SailPoint, enabling identity-driven access and automation</li>
<li>Track and report delivery progress and project work using Jira
</li><li>Participate in agile ceremonies, technical design reviews, and cross-team planning</li>
<li>Document infrastructure standards, automation workflows, and best practices</li></ul> 
Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul>
<li>
Senior-level experience with Terraform in production Azure environments</li>
<li>Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including compute, networking, security, and identity</li>
<li>Experience supporting or integrating Databricks within Azure-based platforms</li>
<li>Proven experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and platform deployments</li>
<li>Experience working with Jira for project tracking and delivery reporting</li>
<li>Ability to think beyond standard implementations and propose improved or alternative technical solutions</li></ul> 
Nice-to-Have Skills<ul>
<li>
Experience with SailPoint identity provisioning and access workflows</li>
<li>Experience with Boomi for integration and data orchestration</li>
<li>Exposure to JD Edwards (JDEdwards) environments or ERP integrations</li>
<li>Familiarity with DevSecOps and cloud security automation practices</li></ul> 
Soft Skills &amp; Attributes<ul>
<li>
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills</li>
<li>Comfortable working across cloud, identity, data, and application teams</li>
<li>Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li>
<li>Adaptable, collaborative, and continuously improvement-focused</li></ul> 
Benefits<ul>
<li>
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li></ul></div>

Senior Cloud & Automation Engineer

<div><div>Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry! 
 
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2026 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join our Engineering team in Seattle, WA. Our teams focus on projects including small and fast energy retrofits, data centers, large-scale new construction, and strategic decarbonization efforts for campuses. 
 
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we&rsquo;re building a thriving planet.
 
 
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We&rsquo;re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:<div><div><ul><li>
renewables and energy services</li><li>
engineering and design</li><li>
construction and facility services</li></ul></div></div>
To get where we&rsquo;re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
 
 
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You&rsquo;ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
 What we look for in our Mechanical Engineer Interns:<ul><li>
Must be pursuing or have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or a related field. Junior student standing or higher required.</li><li>
Availability in Summer 2026 (May/June start until August/September, depending on school); part-time work after the summer is possible</li><li>
Demonstrated understanding of the fundamentals of mechanical engineering, including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics</li><li>
Strong interest and skills around sustainability, particularly as it relates to energy, carbon, indoor environmental quality, and water</li><li>
Knowledge of the building industry and construction is preferred.</li><li>
BIM and/or modeling skills in Revit or Rhino is preferred.</li><li>
Must be 18 years of age or older.</li></ul>
What are our Mechanical Engineer Interns responsible for:<ul><li>
Performing engineering calculations to support mechanical design and equipment selection, including thermal load analyses, hydronic calculations, and fan pressure calculations</li><li>
Designing and coordinating HVAC systems and components</li><li>
Sustainable design analyses supporting system and equipment selection as well as sustainability certification such as LEED and ILFI. These can include energy, carbon, and water studies</li><li>
Energy and carbon analysis to develop decarbonization and building electrification strategies</li><li>
Provide engineering support for construction activities.</li><li>
Project and departmental research activities</li><li>
May include local travel and site visits</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re passionate about sustainability and want to work with our team to help solve the critical problems our industry and clients face, we invite you to apply.
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.</div></div>

Mechanical Engineer Intern

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