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Structural Engineer (Entry Level)

CompanyCoffman Engineers, Inc.
LocationSeattle
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The role involves pursuing the design of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures as part of a multidiscipline engineering team in the Seattle office. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to foster innovation and deliver value-based solutions for clients.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$75,000 - $85,000
Company Size
820
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The right team is more than an advantage. It's a game-changer. At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub-consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have offices throughout the United States – serving clients locally as well as overseas. To meet client needs and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, process piping, instrumentation and controls, corrosion control engineering, project management, commissioning, and land survey services. This ability and our culture has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.
About the Role

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small. The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

Our broad range of markets, clients, and services, coupled with industry-leading talent, provides unique and exciting opportunities to grow as professionals, serve clients, and make a difference in our communities. To meet client objectives, we work in teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, industrial, energy, acoustics, and a variety of other specialty services. Our collaborative approach fosters innovation, technical excellence, and value-based solutions for our clients. It also makes Coffman a great place to work.

Job Description

The right team is more than an advantage, it’s a game changer! Come work with a team of engineering professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers’ Seattle location.

We are seeking an entry level candidate in Structural Engineering with an interest in pursuing the design of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures for our Seattle office. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, have a desire to work and grow with a multidiscipline engineering team, and be willing to have fun.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Qualifications

  • A four-year degree in Structural Engineering or a related field
  • Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)
  • Registration as an E.I.T
  • Internship in the structural design of buildings or similar structures (preferred)
  • Experience with computer analysis software systems
  • Excellent leadership, supervisory, and writing and verbal communication skills
  • Being comfortable consulting to architectural practices
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn
  • Working as part of a multi-discipline design team (preferred)

Expected annual salary of $75,000 - $85,000.

Additional Information

Why You Want To Work Here

Coffman Engineers is a company that truly focuses on its employees. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package (including eligibility for annual bonuses), a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, a flexible PTO program, supportive office environment, professional development opportunities, and regular employee activities (breakfast, wellness activities BBQs, and various social and community activities). But the best part of working at Coffman is being in an environment that allows you to be yourself, be respected, and work alongside other intelligent, motivated people, while you impact the built environment around you! Coffman’ Seattle office is located in a newly renovated office space close to convenient transportation options, the historic Pike Place Market, and all that downtown and the waterfront has to offer.

 

Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman At A Glance:

  • 47 years in business 
  • 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
  • Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
  • #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
  • #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
  • #157 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023, 2024

Applying

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This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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  • Department: Structural
  • Office: Seattle, WA
  • Key Skills
    Structural DesignCommercial StructuresInstitutional StructuresIndustrial StructuresComputer Analysis Software SystemsLeadershipSupervisory SkillsWriting SkillsVerbal CommunicationConsultingSelf-motivatedEager to learnMulti-discipline Design Team
    Categories
    EngineeringConstruction
    Benefits
    Annual bonusesFlexible PTO program