Principal Structural Engineer

Worley Group, Inc; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Group, Inc is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer in Charleston, West Virginia, to provide technical leadership in the analysis and design of structures and foundations. This role will involve leading activities from concept through design and construction support, ensuring compliance with various codes and customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with over 12 years of relevant experience, and will take charge of detailed design obligations while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in structural engineering for industrial projects.
• Strong leadership and mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design activities for industrial projects.
• Develop and approve engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines on project execution.

Skills

Structural engineering design

Leadership

Client communication

Safety and quality focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

12+ years of civil/structural engineering experience

Tools

STAAD Pro

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

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).