Senior Engineer - Civil/Structural

Corrosion Probe, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health and dental

Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave

401(k) with employer contribution

Company-issued gear

Job summary

Corrosion Probe, Inc. is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to support inspections, assessments, and repair design for fixed equipment and industrial infrastructure. The role covers pulp, paper, chemical, and water/wastewater facilities with on-site evaluations and formal reporting.

You will analyze corrosion and material-related failures, develop designs for steel/concrete systems, and manage small capital projects. Strong field capability and clear client communication are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in fixed equipment design, inspection, repairs, and failure modes.
• Ability to analyze condition data and make engineering recommendations.
• Ability to meet deadlines within budgeted hours.
• Field tasks in industrial environments with safety training and PPE provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural surveys and evaluations for industrial buildings and infrastructure
• Assess condition of concrete, FRP, and steel tanks/vessels and chemical masonry construction
• Develop designs for structural steel, concrete, and brick/tile systems
• Investigate corrosion and material-related failures in metallic and non-metallic equipment
• Analyze equipment condition data and apply engineering codes and best practices
• Manage small capital projects for fixed equipment improvements
• Provide QA/QC for new and rehabilitation construction
• Prepare repair specifications and drawing packages
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, chemical, design, project management)
• Prepare technical reports and documentation
• Execute approximately 1,500 billable hours annually
• Work in field environments including confined spaces, ladders/scaffolding, elevated work areas (50'-125')

Skills

Structural analysis

Fieldwork

Project management

Microsoft Office

Technical reporting

Communication

Safety training

Education

B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Abaqus

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Mobile, Montgomery, Birmingham AL areas

(Dallas, TX and Little Rock, AR candidates also considered)

Salary: $100,000 to $130,000/year + full benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Hybrid field/office/remote

Travel: ~25% to 30% (short-duration US trips)

About Us

Corrosion Probe, Inc. (CPI) is a national engineering consulting firm specializing in structural and mechanical integrity for critical infrastructure. We help clients solve corrosion, failure, and rehabilitation challenges with practical, data-driven engineering across industrial facilities.

The Role

We're seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to support inspections, assessments, and repair design for fixed equipment and industrial infrastructure. This role supports pulp, paper, chemical, and water/wastewater facilities through onsite evaluations, structural engineering analysis, and clear technical reporting.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct structural surveys and evaluations for industrial buildings and infrastructure
• Assess condition of concrete, FRP, and steel tanks/vessels, including chemical masonry construction
• Develop designs for structural steel, concrete, and brick/tile systems
• Investigate corrosion and material-related failures in metallic and non-metallic equipment
• Analyze equipment condition data and apply engineering codes and best practices
• Manage small capital projects for fixed equipment improvements
• Provide QA/QC for new and rehabilitation construction
• Prepare repair specifications and drawing packages
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, chemical, design, project management)
• Prepare technical reports and documentation
• Execute approximately 1,500 billable hours annually
• Work in field environments including confined spaces, ladders/scaffolding, elevated work areas (50'-125'), and industrial facilities with variable conditions

What You Bring

• B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of applied engineering experience, obtained either after completing an accredited degree or through demonstrated equivalent professional practice
• Experience with fixed equipment design, inspection, repairs, and failure modes
• Ability to analyze condition data and develop engineering recommendations
• Ability to meet project deadlines within budgeted hours
• Ability to perform essential field tasks in industrial environments, with safety training and equipment provided
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports and communicate findings to clients and internal teams
• Physical ability to perform field tasks such as climbing ladders/scaffolding, lifting up to ~50lbs on occasion, using power tools for sample collection, and working at heights or in confined spaces, with reasonable accommodations as needed

Preferred experience includes holding a PE license, working with FRP systems, and having exposure to the pulp and paper industry. Familiarity with SolidWorks, Abaqus, MathCAD, and AutoCAD is beneficial, as is experience with corrosion assessment and fixed-equipment damage mechanisms.

What We Offer

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer contribution
• Company-issued gear (laptop, PPE, branded apparel, etc.)

Other Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US and reside in North America for consideration. Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required, and final candidates may be asked to provide redacted technical writing samples. CPI is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.