Senior Structural Engineer (P.E.)

4w1 month ago

Orbital Engineering

US · Full-time · $95,000 – $205,000

About this role

Orbital Engineering has been driven by the core purpose of working with business partners to create, improve, and sustain industry and infrastructure for more than 55 years. We are currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer, P.E. with experience in structural steel and foundation design to join our team.

This hybrid position will primarily support our Texas Region and requires in-state and occasional out-of-state travel to client sites. Day-to-day work includes field engineering, structural inspections, oversight of construction for designed repairs, and performing analytical modeling of structures using STAAD or RISA software.

Our team is guided by fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. The role involves heavy industrial engineering projects—preferably in the Power Generation, Oil & Gas, and Chemicals industries.

Orbital team members are energized by solving challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. This position offers the opportunity to manage project progress relative to plan, schedule, and budget while reviewing work produced by other structural engineers.

Requirements

BS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university
Five years of prior professional experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas
MS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university preferred
Field inspection experience, specifically heavy industrial facilities preferred
AutoCAD and basic drafting knowledge preferred
Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and/or foundation design
Working knowledge of STAAD or RISA analytical software or equivalent

Responsibilities

Perform field engineering, structural inspections, and oversight of construction for designed repairs as they relate to work scope
Assist with engineering studies, calculations, detailed design documents and specifications, project cost estimates, and provide installation support services
Perform analytical modeling of structures and components using STAAD or RISA software
Design structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundations
Manage project progress relative to project plan, schedule, and budget
Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other structural engineers
Review inspection reports from Orbital's Asset Integrity group
Assist with preparation of cost estimates related to structural repairs for clients