Principal Structural Engineer

Worley Group, Inc; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead analysis and design of structures and foundations for industrial projects in Charleston, WV. You will guide the structural discipline, develop calculations and drawings, and ensure code compliance while mentoring engineers.

Key responsibilities include coordinating with other disciplines, reviewing deliverables, and supporting risk analysis and value improvement initiatives to deliver safe, quality projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 12+ years of progressive civil/structural engineering experience on industrial projects.
• Proven experience leading structural engineering scope and multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design of steel structures, pipe racks, foundations and tall framed structures.
• Serve as Structural Discipline Lead, providing technical direction on project execution.
• Develop and approve structural calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Ensure deliverables comply with codes, standards, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to support integrated delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
• Support client engagements and represent the structural discipline in meetings.

Skills

Structural leadership

Code compliance

STAAD Pro

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

12+ years civil/structural experience

PE license (preferred)

Tools

Mat3D

RISA 3D

Job description

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Role

Worley is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership for the analysis and design of structures and foundations supporting chemical, power, and industrial projects. This role is responsible for leading structural engineering activities from concept through detailed design and construction support while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and customer requirements.

The successful candidate will serve as the Structural Discipline Lead on assigned projects, providing technical direction, mentoring engineering teams, and coordinating with multidisciplinary stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality project outcomes. Reporting functionally to the Project Engineer or Project Manager and administratively to the Civil/Structural Engineering Design Manager, this position plays a key role in the successful delivery of capital projects.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong and collaborative engineering leader with excellent communication skills, sound engineering judgment, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural analysis and design of steel structures, pipe racks, equipment supports, foundations, and tall framed structures.
• Serve as Structural Discipline Lead on assigned projects, providing technical direction and oversight throughout project execution.
• Develop, review, and approve structural calculations, specifications, drawings, and other engineering deliverables.
• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, customer requirements, and Worley quality expectations.
• Coordinate structural engineering activities with other engineering disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Participate in project planning activities, including estimates, schedules, staffing plans, and execution strategies.
• Monitor progress and communicate engineering status, risks, and opportunities to project teams and stakeholders.
• Review and approve design deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and code compliance.
• Support procurement and construction activities through technical evaluations, vendor reviews, and field support.
• Provide technical guidance during construction, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, constructability reviews, and value improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers through coaching, technical oversight, and knowledge sharing.
• Support client engagements and represent the structural discipline during project meetings and technical reviews.
• Collaborate with project teams across multiple Worley offices and Global Integrated Delivery (GID) locations to support project execution.
• Conduct site visits and field walkdowns, as required, to support project development and construction activities.

What You Will Bring

Technical and Industry Experience

• Extensive experience in structural engineering design for industrial, chemical, power, or heavy industrial facilities.
• Advanced knowledge of structural engineering codes and standards including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, and PIP.
• Demonstrated experience leading structural engineering scope on multidisciplinary capital projects.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software including STAAD Pro, Mat3D and RISA 3D.
• Familiarity with Trimble Connect, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong understanding of structural design deliverables, construction practices, and project execution requirements.
• Proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience mentoring engineers and designers.
• Commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer-focused project delivery.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 12+ years of progressive civil/structural engineering experience supporting industrial projects.
• Strong experience leading structural engineering scope and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility for registration in the State of West Virginia.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, OneNote).

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.