Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Baton Rouge, LA

ORBITAL Engineering Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability

Maternity and bonding leave

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Orbital is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer with 7+ years of experience to support Heavy Industrial projects in our Civil/Structural Engineering Department in a Hybrid role for our Baton Rouge, LA Office.

This role requires project and resource management in a consulting setting and a strong background in heavy industrial retrofit engineering across petrochemical, oil & gas, and related industries.

Qualifications

• PE license is required.
• 7+ years in heavy industrial civil/structural engineering.
• Experience with capital/maintenance project execution preferred.
• Proficiency in STAAD Pro and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with AISC/ASCE-7/ACI/API codes.

Responsibilities

• Field visits for project scoping and estimation.
• Provide field engineering support at client sites.
• Review calculations and drawings produced by others.
• Model structures using STAAD Pro or equivalent.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Manage project progress per plan, schedule and budget.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Field inspection

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD Pro

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: SENIO002577

• Posted : October 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Description

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description

Orbital is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer with 7+ years of experience to support Heavy Industrial projects in our Civil/Structural Engineering Department in a Hybrid role for our Baton Rouge, LA, Office. This person would provide technical and project execution oversight for various projects. The position requires project and resource management experience in a consulting environment, and well-rounded expertise in heavy industrial retrofit engineering projects in the petrochemical, oil & gas and industrial gas industries. Orbital is evaluating candidates based upon their technical depth of knowledge, field experience and engineering management experience in heavy industrial applications such as:

• Structural steel and concrete
• Soils and foundations
• Geotechnical
• Excavation and shoring
• Buildings and applicable industry codes
• Ductwork
• Tanks and vessels
• Piping/electrical/equipment supports
• Lifting and rigging
• Design for Safety, including fall protection and OSHA knowledge.
• Structural integrity evaluation and repairs

The position requires the Senior Structural Engineer to perform in varying roles related to personnel management, project management, senior technical support, and customer relationship development.

Essential Functions

• Field visits to client plants/sites for project scoping and estimation.
• Field engineering support at client /sites as required
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, detailed design documents & specifications, and providing installation support services
• Perform analytical modeling of structures and components of structures utilizing STAAD Pro software or similar design software
• Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other structural engineers and designers in the office
• Review steel fabrication and equipment vendor documents for project specification and client/industry standard compliance
• Steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation design
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects, as well as centralized design basis and historical references.
• Knowledge of Civil / Structural design codes and practices (AISC, ASCE-7, ACI, PIP, API)
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in the corporate Orbital Project Management System.
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource
• Manage project progress relative to project plan, schedule, and budget
• Contribute to company improvements in workflow, methods of work execution, and continued standards improvement

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of engineering experience in the heavy industrial environments and marketplaces served is required.
• Experience with small and mid-sized capital and maintenance project execution preferred
• Experience with steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation design
• Skill and knowledge of AutoCAD
• Candidates should have a thorough understanding of and aptitude for the use of current computer civil/structural design software (STAAD Pro or equivalent) including general Office products and design & business enterprise software
• Exposure to the Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and/or Utilities & Power Generation industries
• Ability to perform inspections or field assessment
• Ability to review and interpret civil/structural drawings
• Ability to design pipe racks, pipe supports, access platforms, pump foundations and vessel foundations
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Mathematical competency
• Computer proficiency
• Effective written and oral communication
• Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical real world civil/structural problems

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Location Note

This is an hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range

$130,000 - $180,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan
• supplemental insurance options
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• company-paid short-term disability coverage
• company-paid maternity and bonding leave
• generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital:

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Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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