Junior Structural Engineer

Junior Structural Engineer

Orion Engineering has an immediate opening for junior Structural Engineers in our Houston, TX office. The junior Structural Engineer will be responsible for providing structural design engineering support for the construction of marine and heavy civil structures. Typical projects may include port facilities, wharves, liquid cargo terminals, container terminals, cruise terminals, bulkheads, docks, piers, or marinas.

The selected candidate will work closely with Engineers and Project Management team members to ensure project requirements are met and that designs are completed accurately and within the required timeframe.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Works with the Engineering & Structural Design team to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Performs standard computations and analysis.
• Prepares drawings and visual aids.
• Observes construction activities to determine best design applications.
• Performs basic survey work as required.
• Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established engineering criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Works with Engineer team members to assist in successful completion of design project objectives.
• Assists in the inspection of existing waterfront structures and designing of repairs and/or upgrades.
• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes into contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

Position Requirements:

BS Degree in Civil Engineering with a structural or geotechnical track and 0-4 years of work experience is required. Must have completed Fundamentals of Engineering exam and hold E.I. certification or E.I.T. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of basic structural analysis using concrete and/or steel elements. Travel including international travel is required.

The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business; be an effective communicator; have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization; and possess a high degree of personal integrity.

Discretion and trustworthiness, and the ability to keep all Company information and materials strictly confidential (both internally and externally) are essential elements of this position.

Must be well organized, diligent, and be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and to independently identify work to be done. Must be flexible and have the ability to adjust to sudden changes in work priorities. The incumbent must also have the ability to prioritize work generally and in order to accommodate those changes. Attention to detail and extreme care in performing tasks accurately and carefully are also essential.

Physical/Mental Requirements

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit the jobsite. This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Compensation and Benefits:

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth and Development

Candidate Response:

Qualified applicants should apply through the company career page:

Candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law.