Structural Engineer, Industrial Design Projects

Structural Engineer Opportunity

Seeking an ambitious Structural Engineer to lead a variety of design engineering projects focused on air pollution control technologies and equipment for industrial and manufacturing customers. Contribute as an active member of a skilled engineering team on new builds and retrofit projects to customize design solutions for plant utility departments to ensure compliance with state/federal environmental standards.

Our client is a privately-held rapidly growing engineering and construction services firm focused on design, installation, and refurbishment of air pollution control technologies for heavy industrial customers in Pulp & Paper, Power Generation, Steel/Aluminum, Oil & Gas, and Chemical Manufacturing markets throughout the US. This position offers a clear career path to becoming an Engineering Manager, including company-paid Professional Structural Engineering (PE) licensure.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Perform structural analysis and calculations for air filtration and pollution control equipment (casings, hoppers, discharge electrodes, collector plates, ductwork, access/support structures) for both new equipment and retrofit work
• Model/analyze structures using structural engineering software (RISA preferred) across various loading conditions, including dead, live, seismic, wind, and thermal loads
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering peers to create tailored design solutions for each plant
• Partner with construction on constructability reviews; develop rigging plans for crane lifts
• Prepare technical reports/specifications; gather information for jobs/proposals
• Occasionally travel to job sites for field inspections/troubleshooting and produce written findings

Qualifications include

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• M.S. in Structural Engineering or Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate preferred
• 5+ years of structural engineering design experience; industrial or power plant project experience preferred
• Prior experience with an Architectural Engineering (AE) or Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) firm is a strong plus
• Proven steel and concrete structural analysis/design experience; solid command of structural mechanics and building codes
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; high attention to detail and quality
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• FEA tools (e.g., RISA 3D, RISA Connection, RISA Section, RISA Foundation)
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity, while remaining creative in offering solutions to design challenges in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
• Must be willing to relocate to Troy, AL or commutable surrounding area

Compensation package includes comprehensive medical benefits with an HRA, dental, vision, FSA, 401K with company match, life insurance, short-term disability, and flexible PTO. Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.