Working With Us to Make a Difference

It takes a crew of smart, dedicated problem solvers to do the interesting work we do at KNA Structural Engineers.

That’s why we work with bright, talented people who want to make a difference in our company and in the projects we design. Not only are we relentlessly dedicated to structural engineering excellence, but also we care about the people who work and learn in the buildings we engineer.

When you come to KNA, you’ll feel the difference being here. We want our employees to be exceptional; we’ll challenge your intellect, ask you to give back to the community and to share our values.

ABOUT US OUR CULTURE OUR LEADERSHIP

“Excellence is Not an Exception; It’s a Prevailing Attitude” at KNA

We provide OPPORTUNITIES for all employees—one of the core beliefs that are embedded into our culture. We recognize commitment and excellence and reward advancement to any individual who demonstrates these qualities. Ben Pitts and Kevin Westervelt, two engineers who started their careers with KNA, have risen to Principals of the firm. We are fortunate to work side-by-side with many accomplished individuals who distinguish themselves to our clients and their colleagues.

Ben Pitts, S.E. and Kevin Westervelt, S.E.

Mentoring Young Engineers for Successful Careers

We believe in mentoring young engineers who work at KNA to pass along knowledge that comes with our years of experience. The mentoring process promotes collaboration and interaction within the firm and is a critical element in promoting a team environment.

KNA has been the perfect place to start my career as an engineer. The entire team is friendly and driven, and the variety of work has allowed me to gain experience with different types of structures and building materials.
Emily Jahansouz E.I.T.

KNA Summer Internships

Enjoy the Southern California lifestyle while gaining valuable experience working alongside experienced and well-respected structural engineers. Interns will be given the opportunity to apply the fundamentals they’re learning in school to real-world engineering solutions on challenging and rewarding projects. Experience our supportive and engaging environment by taking part in social events both in and out of the office.

Working at KNA has been an awesome experience. From working on gravity and lateral calculations, to visiting multiple job sites, I’ve been able to experience how a structural engineering office works. I’m thankful for the new set of skills I’ve learned from some great engineers, and that I’ll be able to apply those in my future classes at Cal Poly and in my career after college.
Nick Slavin Summer Intern 2018

Practical Benefits and Much More

KNA Structural Engineers offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. These include paid holidays, paid personal time off (PTO), medical, vision, flexible work hours, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan and contributions to our profit-sharing plan. Additionally, we pay for California Professional Licensing and membership to the Structural Engineers Association of California.

Open Engineering Positions

The following positions are open to qualified candidates:

Design Engineer

Project Engineer

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What Our Staff Say About Us

When I graduated from school, I knew I wanted to settle down in Orange County. KNA was a new company and I took a leap. They already had a large client and I could foresee the opportunities and the challenging projects for me to do my best work.
Jason Smith, P.E. Associate

It is an enjoyable and fulfilling experience working at KNA. As an engineer, the diverse types of projects allow me to grow in this field. With the tremendous years of experience and expertise of the project managers, the challenges of putting a building together becomes reality. Being able to work on a number of projects under DSA jurisdiction also ensures the safety for students. At KNA we also have fun, attending social outings planned throughout the year. It is a joy to connect with the wonderful staff here!
Han Kim P.E.

As a young engineer at KNA, I am given so many opportunities to grow and develop as an engineering professional. Most important to this growth has been the excellent mentoring offered by senior engineers in the office, who are always willing to help out with any problem I encounter. Thanks to the support KNA offers me, I face the challenges each new project brings with confidence.
James Donahue E.I.T.