Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Oil & Gas - Pipelines and Facilities

Atwell, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

401K match

Job summary

Atwell, LLC in Houston, TX seeks a licensed Civil/Structural Engineer (PE) to lead design for oil and gas pipelines, terminals, and facilities, delivering compliant civil and structural solutions from concept through construction.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate across disciplines, and uphold QA/QC standards while managing scope, schedule, and budgets on complex projects.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 7+ years of oil and gas facilities or similar industrial experience.
• Proficient in STAAD.Pro, RISA, SAP2000 and CAD tools (AutoCAD, CADWorx, Civil 3D).

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design for pipelines, pump stations, terminals, and facilities.
• Develop construction documents—structural plans, framing, and connections.
• Coordinate ductwork interfaces with mechanical, piping, and electrical disciplines.
• Perform structural analyses under wind, seismic, blast, and equipment loads per codes.
• Review engineering calculations and drawings from internal teams and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with multidiscipline teams to coordinate structural requirements.
• Conduct field visits to verify as-built conditions and gather site data.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers.

Skills

Civil/Structural design

Project leadership

Interdisciplinary coordination

Mentoring

Quality assurance

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

STAAD.Pro

RISA

SAP2000

AutoCAD

CADWorx

Civil 3D

Autodesk Inventor

Navisworks

Tekla Structures

Job description

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Oil & Gas - Pipelines and Facilities

Atwell

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Atwell is seeking a licensed Civil/Structural Engineer (PE) with experience supporting structural design and engineering for the Oil and Gas industry. Our current project portfolio includes oil and natural gas, CO₂, hydrogen, and renewable natural gas (RNG) pipelines, terminals, compressor stations, and processing facilities.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and executing civil and structural engineering efforts, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, budgets, client expectations, and applicable codes and standards. This position involves developing engineering documentation from concept through construction, overseeing structural analyses, mentoring junior team members, and coordinating across disciplines to support successful project execution.

You will play a critical role in the design of reinforced concrete foundations, structural steel platforms and supports, equipment skids, and pipeline structural systems.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the civil and structural engineering design for oil and gas infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pump stations, compressor stations, terminals, and process facilities
• Develop construction documents, including structural plans, general arrangements, framing plans, and connection details for steel and concrete structures
• Support the design and coordination of ductwork systems within oil and gas facilities, including duct routing, equipment interfaces, structural supports, and coordination with piping, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
• Conduct structural analysis under various loading conditions including wind, seismic, blast, and equipment loads in accordance with applicable codes (IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, API, etc.)
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and reports prepared by internal teams and subcontractors
• Collaborate with multidiscipline teams including mechanical, piping, and electrical to coordinate structural requirements across project phases
• Perform field visits to verify as-built conditions, gather site data, and provide construction support as needed
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and support team development through technical leadership
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope
• Support quality assurance by implementing Atwell’s QA/QC procedures and best practices

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (Master’s a plus)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 7+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering for oil and gas facilities or similar industrial infrastructure
• Proficient in structural analysis software such as STAAD.Pro, RISA, SAP2000, or similar
• Working knowledge of CAD software tools—including AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Civil 3D
• Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor, Navisworks, or Tekla Structures is a plus
• Strong knowledge of applicable design codes: AISC, ACI, ASCE, API, IBC
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Pay Range - $100,000 - $150,000 base+, + end of year bonus.

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Pay Range

$100,000 - $150,000 USD

Atwell Benefits:To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

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As set forth in Atwell, LLC’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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