Digital Design Specialist: Structural Engineering

LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers committed to tackling the biggest issues of our time. Our 'No Excuses' integrated design approach was recognized by the AIA as 'a trailblazer in sustainable, high-performance architecture'. At LPA you’ll be part of the team that is changing the way the industry thinks about design and carbon emissions, built around the belief that we only achieve our goals when everybody has a seat at the table and all input is valued. We’re currently seeking a Digital Design Specialist to join our dynamic Structural Engineering team. You’ll be part of a culture that values deep collaboration, technical excellence, and continual growth. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across our studios in California and Texas—and help bring high-performance, community-first design to life.

Responsibilities

Partner with Project Engineers and Project Managers to support the design, modeling and documentation of a diverse range of building types and structural systems; Building Information Modeling of structural components; Contribute to the development and production of construction documentation through all phases of design; Review, coordinate, and process construction administration documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements; Collaborate with Project Leaders and Managing Directors, gaining mentorship and exposure to project leadership; Proactively identify design and documentation challenges and help develop effective, practical solutions; Develop and maintain BIM Standards

Requirements

4–15 years of experience across all phases of building design projects, with an emphasis on structural drafting and BIM modeling; Proficiency in CAD and Revit; Strong commitment to collaborating within a multidisciplinary design environment; Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across teams; Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality construction documentation; Demonstrated ability to work independently, while contributing innovative ideas to project design and execution; Ability to follow and uphold LPA standards and procedures

Nice to have

Associate of Science in Computer Drafting and Design (or related field)

Benefits

Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines; Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training; Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices; 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year; Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects; Access to Professional Development Grants program; Health and dental insurance; Retirement and financial planning; Wellness initiatives; Flexible work/life programs; Annual bonus eligibility