Structural Engineering New Graduate

About the Role

This posting is for December 2026 New Graduate opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering New Graduate in San Francisco, CA. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of structural systems using a variety of building materials, engineering software, and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships.
• Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team.
• Assist in project planning and scheduling to help meet deadlines, budgets, project goals, and client expectations.
• Assist with documenting design decisions and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and propose solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants.
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in structural engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety, conduct yourself in an ethical and professional manner, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Engage in the full life cycle of projects from conception through construction by developing designs, construction documents, and participating in construction administration duties such as reviewing construction submittals and participating in job site observations.
• Support the analysis, design, and development of documents for structural systems.
• Support project planning, budgeting awareness, documentation, quality control, and multidisciplinary coordination while contributing to commercial and institutional projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures.
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to structural mechanics and materials as it relates to structural design of buildings and other structures.
• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including structural analysis and design software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required.
• Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) License preferred.

About The Team

• Our San Francisco structural team is centered on Bay Area corporate/workplace, housing, mixed-use, and education work with added hospitality and industrial support.
• The portfolio includes tenant improvements, multifamily development, school projects, hotel renovations, and advanced industrial or EV-related structural work.
• Recent work includes Mission Bay South Block 4E Phase 1, Housing, and San Francisco Day School HIVE Renovation, Education.

Why IMEG

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP).
• Consultancy 101: structured development program.
• Assigned mentor to guide growth.
• IDEA Program: firm-wide innovation accelerator.
• MEG, in-house AI platform.
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep.
• Dress for Your Day flexibility.
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription.

Salary Range

• $76,000 - $80,000 per year