Senior Structural Engineer - Seismic Retrofit & Historic Preservation

Ready to level up your structural engineering career with a focus on seismic retrofit and historic preservation? We're looking for a talented Senior Engineer to join our Southern California team! If you're passionate about breathing new life into existing structures while pushing the boundaries of performance-based design, let's talk!

Who We Are: We're Holmes US - a structural engineering firm that's anything but boring! With offices across the West Coast and roots in New Zealand, we're known for taking on projects that make other firms say, "Wait, how did they do that?"
 

Your Impact:

• Lead seismic retrofit projects from concept through construction
• Develop innovative solutions for historic and existing buildings 
• Contribute to non-linear analysis and performance-based design work
• Mentor rising engineers and foster team growth
• Drive quality control and technical excellence
• Shape project scope and resources

You'll Thrive Here If You Have:

• 6+ years in structural engineering
• PE license (SE preferred)
• B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Experience with ASCE 41 and exposure to a variety of material types and structural systems
• Specific knowledge of non-ductile concrete buildings, performance-based design, historic renovations, and peer reviews
• Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers for the production and delivery of projects
• Ability to balance working independently and as part of a team across multiple offices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced skills in ETABS, SAP, RISA

Why You'll Love It Here:

🌟 Engineering That Excites

• Lead challenging seismic retrofit projects
• Work with industry leaders from the US and New Zealand
• Access cutting-edge analysis tools and approaches
• Balance historic preservation with modern performance
• Join our growing SoCal team

💪 Growth & Leadership

• Shape the future of existing building renovation across multiple states
• Lead project teams and mentor rising engineers
• Regular professional development opportunities
• Build lasting client relationships

🎯 The Good Stuff

• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Work-life balance that we actually take seriously
• Supportive, collaborative culture
• Regular team events and activities

Benefits Offered:

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Hybrid work model (in office Tues, Wed, Thurs)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability and other voluntary plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
• Health Savings Account
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time off - Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave, Family Leave for new parents, and Community Service time
• Paid Holidays
• Pre-Tax Commuter Transit
• 401(k) retirement savings with Company contribution
• Company sponsored events
• Diversity / Inclusion programs and initiatives

Our Commitment: At Holmes, we believe in building teams as diverse as the communities we serve. We provide equal support and opportunities for all our people to thrive, grow, and develop. Dream big - we'll help you get there!
 

P.S. - Curious about the innovative projects we're tackling? From seismic retrofits of historic landmarks to performance-based design of iconic structures, check out our project stories at holmes.us/perspective. We're not just talking about pushing boundaries - we're doing it! 🏛️✨
Apply now at holmes.us/careers!