Engineer (PE, EIT)

Steel Tech USA; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Tech USA is hiring a Project Engineer for structural steel construction projects in Texas. You will support estimating, takeoffs, procurement, and scheduling to keep field and shop operations moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires a PE/EIT license (stamp provided by on-staff engineer), strong communication skills, and the ability to read structural drawings and shop/erection plans. Travel to sites is limited to under 25%.

Qualifications

• Must have Structural Engineering PE or EIT license (engineer on staff can stamp).
• Experience with estimating, takeoffs, and pricing for structural steel fabrication and erection.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and shop/erection plans; AISC familiarity preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication; comfortable coordinating with field crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estimating, takeoffs, and pricing for structural steel fabrication and erection scopes.
• Track RFIs, submittals, and change orders; estimate impacts and keep documentation current.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of steel, decking, joists, embeds, bolts, and consumables; support vendor and subcontractor selection.
• Support scheduling and coordination between the field, fabrication shop, detailers, and general contractors to meet milestones.
• Assist with quality and safety requirements (bolt-up, weld inspections, lift plans, and site logistics) and help resolve day-to-day field issues.
• Ability to travel to job sites (less than 25%).

Skills

Engineering

Team coordination

Reading drawings

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

PE or EIT license

Tools

Excel

CAD/detailing tools

Project management software

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to build your career in steel construction? Join our team and work on exciting commercial and industrial projects supporting the planning, fabrication, and installation of structural steel. In this role, you’ll help drive schedules, coordinate materials and subcontractors, and keep field and shop operations moving safely and efficiently. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Position Details

• MUST HAVE STRUCTUAL ENGINEERING PE or EIT LICENSE (We have an Engineer on staff that can stamp).
• Assist with estimating, takeoffs, and pricing for structural steel fabrication and erection scopes.
• Track RFIs, submittals, and change orders; estimate impacts and keep documentation current.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of steel, decking, joists, embeds, bolts, and consumables, support vendor and subcontractor selection.
• Support scheduling and coordination between the field, fabrication shop, detailers, and general contractors to meet milestones.
• Assist with quality and safety requirements (bolt-up, weld inspections, lift plans, and site logistics) and help resolve day-to-day field issues.
• Ability to travel to job sites (less than 25%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and shop/erection plans (AISC familiarity preferred).
• Working knowledge of steel construction processes (fabrication, detailing coordination, erection sequencing, bolt-up/welding basics).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable coordinating with field crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with construction/project management software and/or CAD/detailing tools is a plus.