Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Orion Engineering | Houston, TX

Orion Engineering, the Engineering & Consulting division of Orion, specializes in providing innovative engineering solutions for marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects. Our team delivers comprehensive engineering services, including marine structural design, civil engineering, waterfront infrastructure planning, permitting, structural inspections, and construction engineering support.

Our engineering professionals work with port authorities, private marine terminal operators, industrial clients, and marine construction contractors on projects ranging from new waterfront developments to the rehabilitation and modernization of existing infrastructure.

With extensive experience in marine engineering and design-build construction, Orion Engineering has supported complex projects involving ports, terminals, docks, wharves, bulkheads, bridges, marine foundations, and other critical waterfront structures.

Our team combines technical engineering expertise with practical construction knowledge to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. We are committed to quality, safety, integrity, and collaboration throughout every phase of a project.

Position Summary

Orion Engineering has an immediate opening for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Houston, TX office.

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for performing structural analysis, engineering design, and technical support for a variety of marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

Typical projects may include port facilities, wharves, liquid cargo terminals, container terminals, cruise terminals, bulkheads, docks, piers, marinas, marine foundations, and other waterfront structures.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of structural engineering experience, with a strong background in steel and reinforced concrete design. Experience with marine structures, waterfront facilities, heavy civil infrastructure, or industrial construction is highly desirable.

The selected candidate will work closely with senior engineers, structural designers, project managers, and construction professionals to develop practical engineering solutions that meet client requirements, applicable design standards, project budgets, and established schedules.

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects while continuing to develop professional expertise within a collaborative engineering environment.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Performs structural analysis, calculations, and design for marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects utilizing structural steel, reinforced concrete, timber, and other applicable construction materials.
• Develops engineering designs, calculations, technical specifications, and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable engineering codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Prepares and reviews structural drawings, design details, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.
• Designs and evaluates structural components and systems associated with waterfront facilities, including pile-supported structures, foundations, bulkheads, retaining walls, docks, piers, and wharves.
• Evaluates structural loading conditions, including dead loads, live loads, wind, seismic, vessel berthing and mooring forces, and other applicable environmental and operational loads.
• Performs structural assessments and engineering evaluations of existing marine and waterfront structures.
• Assists with the development of repair, rehabilitation, strengthening, and modification designs for existing structures.
• Works closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to coordinate engineering deliverables and achieve project objectives.
• Provides technical engineering support during construction, including reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information (RFIs), and assisting with field engineering issues.
• Participates in field investigations, site inspections, structural evaluations, and construction observations.
• Reviews construction drawings, specifications, and related documents to verify compliance with engineering requirements.
• Coordinates with geotechnical engineers, civil engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to develop integrated engineering solutions.
• Assists in evaluating alternative design approaches with consideration for constructability, safety, cost-effectiveness, and long-term structural performance.
• Utilizes structural analysis and design software to perform engineering calculations and evaluate structural systems.
• Maintains accurate engineering calculations, technical reports, project documentation, and design records.
• Supports project planning, scheduling, and coordination to ensure engineering deliverables are completed accurately and within established timeframes.
• Participates in internal design reviews, quality assurance activities, and technical discussions.
• Works collaboratively with the Engineering and Structural Design team to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Responsible and accountable for personal safety and the safety of co-workers and others encountered during assigned duties.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
• Reports violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly.
• Performs other related engineering, administrative, and technical duties as assigned or requested by immediate supervision.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding Company information, proprietary materials, and trade secrets.

Position Requirements:

A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a structural or geotechnical emphasis from an accredited university is required.

The ideal candidate will possess 5–10 years of professional structural engineering experience, preferably involving marine structures, waterfront infrastructure, heavy civil construction, or industrial facilities.

Holds a Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

The incumbent must possess a strong working knowledge of structural engineering principles, including the analysis and design of steel and reinforced concrete structures.

Experience with marine foundations, pile-supported structures, retaining walls, bulkheads, waterfront facilities, and other heavy civil infrastructure is highly desirable.

Additional qualifications include:

• Experience performing structural analysis, engineering calculations, and developing detailed structural designs.
• Working knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards, including ACI, AISC, ASCE, and relevant marine structural design criteria.
• Experience utilizing structural engineering software such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, RISA-3D, or comparable analysis and design applications.
• Strong familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering design and drafting software is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, engineering specifications, geotechnical reports, and technical documentation.
• Experience evaluating structural loading conditions and designing steel and reinforced concrete structural systems.
• Experience with structural inspections, condition assessments, and rehabilitation of existing structures is preferred.
• Experience supporting construction activities, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field engineering issues is beneficial.
• Familiarity with design-build project delivery and coordination with marine or heavy civil construction contractors is desirable.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Travel, including potential international travel, is required to support project activities, field inspections, and construction operations.

The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business, communicate effectively, and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.

The successful candidate must demonstrate sound engineering judgment, professional integrity, and the ability to interface effectively with clients, contractors, engineers, and employees at all levels of the organization.

Discretion, trustworthiness, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of Company information and materials, both internally and externally, are essential requirements of this position.

The incumbent must be well organized, detail-oriented, diligent, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.

The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple assignments, prioritize competing project requirements, and adjust to changing project schedules and work priorities.

Attention to detail, accuracy in engineering calculations and documentation, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions are essential.

Physical/Mental Requirements

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

The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment when working at or visiting project sites. This may include hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other protective equipment required by the work performed and location.

The position may require visits to active marine construction sites, waterfront facilities, industrial locations, and other project environments. The incumbent must be capable of safely navigating these environments while performing engineering inspections and observations.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstances and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.

The individual 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.