Our Formation
From our home in Orange County to projects throughout Southern California, we bring the warmth of family values to the precision of structural steel work. Our commitment goes beyond just meeting expectations – we build relationships that last as long as the structures we create, one project at a time.
Structural Iron Co. is built on a story of family, trust, and dedication that spans generations. What began with a father teaching his eleven-year-old son the fundamentals of steel work has blossomed into a partnership that represents the best of both worlds – time-tested wisdom and fresh perspective, working hand in hand to serve our community.
Our journey together was forged during a pivotal project where father and son discovered their shared vision: to create a company that treats every client like family and every structure like our own. This vision drives us to go beyond the expected, finding innovative solutions and delivering results that make our clients proud. When challenges arise, we face them with complete transparency and unwavering dedication, turning obstacles into opportunities for even better outcomes.
The values that guide us are the same ones taught during those early years on the construction site – respect, integrity, and pride in quality work. These principles shape every interaction, from our initial consultation to project completion. We believe that trust is earned through actions, which is why we approach each project with the same care and attention we would give to building our own home.
Meet the Duo
Jose S. Nieto brings over two decades of elite welding expertise to Structural Iron Co., holding comprehensive AWS certifications across multiple specializations. As a father of eight and devoted husband, his drive for excellence is rooted in family values and the desire to create lasting opportunities for others. Jose's passion for mentorship and training extends beyond his own family, as he dedicates himself to developing the next generation of skilled craftsmen in the structural steel industry.
David Nieto combines his UC San Diego structural engineering education with the hands-on expertise learned from working alongside his father since childhood. Armed with his EIT certification and upcoming PE certification, he obtains extensive knowledge of AISC Construction and Seismic Design manuals. He brings innovative engineering solutions to every project and there's nothing more rewarding than seeing designs transform into reality while working shoulder-to-shoulder with the mentor who first introduced him to the craft.