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Structural Engineer

Full-time

Wood PLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join its Operations Americas business. This opportunity is on-site in Pasadena, Texas.

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The Role

As the Structural Engineer you will be responsible for setting the direction of the chemical manufacturing site's civil & structural reliability program, managing facility-based capital projects supporting that program, and providing expert guidance to that site and others around civil & structural concerns or questions.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Operations business delivers solutions to an ever-broadening range of clients across the energy and materials industries globally. We deliver operations, maintenance, modifications, brownfield engineering, asset optimization and management, supporting our clients through the asset lifecycle. We are focused on developing strategic relationships with our clients, providing solutions that deliver efficiency, integrity and reliability.

What we can offer
  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Operations Americas sector
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering onsite working
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
  • Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
  • Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
  • Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

RESPONSIBILITIES

Civil / Structural Asset Strategy & Reliability
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve the civil and infrastructure life cycle management and capital replacement strategy, including structures, foundations, pipe racks, roads, drainage, containment systems, buildings, and underground utilities
  • Establish asset condition assessment programs (inspections, risk ranking, and degradation mechanisms) to prioritize maintenance, repair, and replacement activities
  • Define long-term capital needs, risk mitigation plans, and life cycle cost optimization strategies for civil and structural assets
  • Provide technical leadership in identifying "bad actor" assets and developing corrective and preventive solutions
  • Collaborate with Reliability and Maintenance teams to integrate civil assets into site asset health monitoring and reliability programs
Project Engineering & Execution
  • Serve as Project Engineer for civil/structural capital and expense projects, from scope development through design, construction, and closeout
  • Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and execution strategies in alignment with site capital governance
  • Lead design-based development and technical reviews; ensure constructability, maintainability, and long-term asset integrity
  • Coordinate with internal Project Management, external engineering firms, and construction contractors to ensure safe and high-quality execution
  • Provide field support during construction, including issue resolution, design clarifications, QA/QC oversight, and turnover support
Engineering Standards, Codes & Compliance
  • Serve as the global technical authority for civil and structural engineering standards, specifications, and best practices
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations (ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC, OSHA, FEMA, local jurisdiction requirements, and company standards)
  • Support site audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries related to civil and structural assets
  • Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and incident investigations where civil or structural risks are involved
Safety & Risk Management
  • Embed safety into all phases of engineering, design, and construction execution
  • Identify and mitigate civil and structural risks that could impact personnel safety, environmental performance, or business continuity
  • Act as a visible safety leader for both plant and contractor engineering and construction activities
Cross Functional Collaboration & Technical Leadership
  • Partner with Operations and Maintenance to align asset strategies with operating needs and production risks
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, designers, and inspectors
  • Act as a key technical advisor to site leadership on infrastructure risk, capital planning, and long-term site sustainability
What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • 20+ years of progressive experience in industrial manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, refining, or heavy industrial environments
  • Strong background in structural steel, concrete, foundations, and industrial infrastructure systems
  • Experience developing life cycle management strategies and capital replacement roadmaps for civil assets
  • Knowledge of inspection methodologies, degradation mechanisms, and repair techniques for aging infrastructure
  • Familiarity with engineering contractors, construction practices, and field execution challenges
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance risk, cost, and operability
  • Effective communicator able to translate technical issues into business focused recommendations
  • Proven ability to influence cross functional teams without direct authority
  • High standards for safety, quality, and technical rigor
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a strong sense of ownership for asset integrity

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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