Civil Structural Engineer

Insight Global; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support capital projects in industrial and petrochemical facilities in Metairie, LA. You will design foundations, grading, drainage, and underground utilities while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compliant execution.

The role requires a PE license and 5–10+ years in related industries, with EPC/EPCM project experience. Field support, site visits, and strong technical skills are essential for successful startup

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• PE license required.
• 5–10+ years of Civil Engineering experience in industrial, petrochemical, refinery, LNG, fertilizing, or heavy manufacturing projects.
• Experience supporting EPC or EPCM projects from design through construction.

Responsibilities

• Design foundations for process equipment, vessels, tanks, pipe racks, and industrial structures.
• Develop site grading, stormwater management, and drainage plans for industrial facilities.
• Perform earthwork calculations and site layout design.
• Review geotechnical reports and incorporate soil recommendations into project designs.
• Design and coordinate underground utility systems and site infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and construction packages.
• Coordinate with mechanical, piping, structural, process, electrical, and instrumentation teams throughout project execution.
• Support project planning, constructability reviews, and scope development activities.
• Review contractor drawings, RFIs, submittals, and engineering change requests.
• Provide field engineering support during construction, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with engineering designs and project specifications.

Skills

Civil design

Site grading

Earthwork calculations

Interdisciplinary coordination

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

PE license

Tools

STAAD

RISA

Job description

Job Description

One of our customer's is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of capital projects within industrial and petrochemical facilities. This individual will be responsible for civil engineering design activities including site development, grading and drainage, foundations, concrete structures, underground utilities, and construction support. The Civil Engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and field personnel to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design foundations for process equipment, vessels, tanks, pipe racks, and industrial structures.
• Develop site grading, stormwater management, and drainage plans for industrial facilities.
• Perform earthwork calculations and site layout design.
• Review geotechnical reports and incorporate soil recommendations into project designs.
• Design and coordinate underground utility systems and site infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and construction packages.
• Coordinate with mechanical, piping, structural, process, electrical, and instrumentation teams throughout project execution.
• Support project planning, constructability reviews, and scope development activities.
• Review contractor drawings, RFIs, submittals, and engineering change requests.
• Provide field engineering support during construction, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with engineering designs and project specifications.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable industry codes, standards, environmental requirements, and client specifications.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 5-10+ years of Civil Engineering experience supporting industrial, petrochemical, refinery, LNG, fertilizing, or heavy manufacturing projects
• Knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles and industry standards.
• Experience supporting EPC or EPCM projects from design through construction.
• Proficiency with STAAD and/or RISA
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting brownfield facility expansions and capital improvement projects.
• Previous field engineering or construction support experience.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and coordinating discipline deliverables.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].