Entry Level Structural Engineer

DewberryDewberryRancho Cordova, California, United States
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Posted

9/23/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$84k - $87k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The candidate will assist in the structural design of water, wastewater, and storm water treatment facilities and support buildings. They will also be responsible for developing contract plans, performing structural calculations, and providing construction support services.

Requirements overview

The role requires familiarity with design codes such as ACI, AISC, CBC, IBC, and AWWA, along with experience in concrete, steel, and timber construction. A Master's degree and California EIT certification are preferred for this entry-level position.

Key skills

Structural designWater treatment structuresWastewater treatment structuresStorm water treatmentConcrete constructionSteel constructionTimber constructionMasonryACIAISCCBCIBCAWWAContract plansStructural calculationsConstruction support

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Education requirements

bachelor degreepostgraduate degree

About Dewberry

Industry

Engineering Services

Employees

2,967

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing firm with a proven history of providing professional services to a wide variety of public- and private-sector clients. Recognized for combining unsurpassed commitment to client service with deep subject matter expertise, Dewberry is dedicated to solving clients' most complex challenges and transforming their communities. Established in 1956, Dewberry is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, with 50 locations and 2,500+ professionals nationwide. Our commitment to excellence begins with employing the industry's most talented, driven, and dedicated professionals. We embrace an inclusive environment by valuing all individuals and their many diverse backgrounds. As a result, we are better able to deliver high quality services to our clients, create competitive advantages, and drive market leadership. Whether an experienced professional or a new graduate, our employees have the chance to collaborate with exceptional colleagues, contribute to interesting and highly visible projects, advance their career goals, and take part in projects that transform communities. To learn more, visit www.dewberry.com. Mission: Dewberry is a nationwide firm of planning, design, and construction professionals. We create responsible and innovative solutions for those who own, operate, and maintain natural and built environments. We value lasting relationships, achieving our clients’ visions, and celebrating in their success. Vision: Create value for our clients. Improve our communities. Empower our employees. Expand our reach.

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Description

Job Description Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail-oriented Entry Level Structural Engineer that will assist in the structural design of water containing structures and traditional building structural design for its Rancho Cordova, CA office. The successful candidate will be part of a team performing the structural design of water, wastewater, and storm water treatment and purveying structures as well as support buildings using applicable software and design standards (ACI, AISC, CBC, IBC, AWWA). These facilities will primarily be concrete, masonry, steel, and timber construction. The candidate will also be involved in the development of contract plans, calculations , and performing construction support services. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century. Required Skills & Required Experience California EIT Preferred Master’s Degree Preferred Familiar with the following design codes: California Building Code (CBC) American Society of Civil Engineers – Minimum Design Loads and Associate Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures 7 (ASCE 7) Familiar with the following material designs, either through college course or work experience: Concrete Steel Masonry (Preferred, not required) Aluminum (Preferred, not required) Wood Construction (Preferred, not required) *The projected range for this position is $84,000 - $86,500 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their technical skills on fun and interesting projects and have the upward mobility potential to advance their career. *At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. *Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. *Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information. Program Information Entry-Level Class Program As an entry-level hire, you’ll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 year of professional experience. Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and team building activities led by an advisory team to: Form lasting connections with peers in your class. Gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities to align with your professional goals. Expand your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do.

Requirements

  • •Structural design
  • •Water treatment structures
  • •Wastewater treatment structures
  • •Storm water treatment
  • •Concrete construction
  • •Steel construction
  • •Timber construction
  • •Masonry
  • •ACI
  • •AISC
  • •CBC
  • •IBC
  • •AWWA
  • •Contract plans
  • •Structural calculations
  • •Construction support

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