Lead Structural Design Engineer II

Southland Industries Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems on design/build and rehab projects.

You will supervise complex modeling, calculations, field surveys, and provide guidance to junior engineers while ensuring code compliance and high-quality documentation. The role offers a path for professional growth within a 100% employee-owned company, with competitive compensation and a strong benefits

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering or related field.
• PE license preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Basic knowledge of systems design (fire suppression, HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Ability to read construction documents.
• Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including CAD and MS Office (Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex modeling, drawings and specifications for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or fire protection systems.
• Perform complex calculations (loads, sizing, friction, hydraulics).
• Prepare preliminary redline design layouts for estimating.
• May be responsible for a single project phase and mentor junior engineers.
• Conduct on-site field surveys to collect design data.
• Assist in writing technical narratives and RFIs.
• Ensure code compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading drawings

Excel

Education

Four-year engineering degree

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD (CADD)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southland Industries Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems on design/build and rehab projects.

You will supervise complex modeling, calculations, field surveys, and provide guidance to junior engineers while ensuring code compliance and high-quality documentation. The role offers a path for professional growth within a 100% employee-owned company, with competitive compensation and a strong benefits