Structural Engineer PE - Heavy Civil/Water

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural engineering and design efforts for complex infrastructure projects throughout Texas. This position will focus on water infrastructure, heavy civil, and transportation structures, including water treatment facilities, dams, levees, pump stations, and conveyance systems.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in structural engineering consulting, project management, and technical design, with the ability to independently lead projects, manage budgets, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering and design for moderate to highly complex infrastructure projects.

• Perform structural analysis, engineering calculations, and design of steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and other structural systems.

• Develop and review construction drawings, technical specifications, calculations, and engineering reports.

• Manage engineering projects from initial design through construction administration.

• Oversee project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and technical quality.

• Conduct site assessments, structural evaluations, and field investigations.

• Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, process engineers, consultants, and project managers.

• Perform design reviews and final quality control checks to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.

• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.

• Assist with resolving construction-related issues and responding to technical inquiries.

• Maintain strong client relationships and participate in project meetings, interviews, and presentations.

• Support business development efforts and identify opportunities for additional engineering services.

• Incorporate sustainable design principles and industry best practices into project development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• 7+ years of structural engineering experience, preferably within an engineering consulting environment.

• Strong knowledge of structural analysis, design principles, load paths, and material behavior.

• Experience designing structural systems using steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood.

• Advanced ability to prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.

• Experience leading engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.

• Strong understanding of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and construction practices.

• Ability to independently perform technical reviews and quality control checks.

• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client expectations.

• Strong leadership, mentoring, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Ability to travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering.

• 8+ years of structural engineering experience.

• Experience with water infrastructure, heavy civil, or transportation projects.

• Structural design experience involving dams, water treatment plants, pump stations, levees, lake intakes, or conveyance structures.

• Experience serving as a Lead Structural Engineer or Project Manager on complex infrastructure projects.

• Strong client relationship management and business development experience.

• Experience mentoring engineers and overseeing engineering design teams.

• Familiarity with sustainable structural design practices and embodied carbon reduction initiatives.