Senior-level Structural Engineer - Safety

Kids for the Future; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior-level Structural Engineer to lead fall protection projects within our Safety Practice.

You will analyze, design, plan, and fabricate structural components and systems, coordinating with clients and internal teams to deliver safe, compliant solutions that meet high industry standards. The role requires a PE, a civil/architectural or mechanical degree with structural emphasis, 8+ years of experience, and strong Revit and Bluebeam proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with structural emphasis and PE license.
• 8+ years in structural engineering with fall protection focus.
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam; RAM/STRAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal teams to complete projects with plans and deadlines.
• Perform QC reviews of calculations and deliverables.
• Analyze building components for fall protection support.
• Develop fall protection layouts and coordinate with structure.
• Prepare construction documents for installation of fall protection systems.
• Work with Revit and CAD to perform tasks.
• Travel to US-based locations as needed.
• Coordinate with clients and attend project meetings.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

QC oversight

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree with structural emphasis (civil/architectural/mechanical)

Professional Engineer (PE)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

RAM

STRAP

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

• Location 16285 Park Ten PLace,Suite 210,Houston, TX, 77084,United States

Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection Design

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm offering a broad range of services, including civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting. Our diverse expertise and nationwide reach have enabled us to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

Within our Safety Practice, LJB’s professionals are deeply committed to advancing fall protection—a passion that drives us to develop smarter, safer, and more effective solutions. By addressing every component of a fall protection program—engineering, procedures, training, and compliance—we help our clients achieve the highest level of worker safety in the most cost-effective way.

We are looking to fill the role of a Senior-level Structural Engineer to work for our Safety practice in our Houston, Texas office. The Senior-level Structural Engineer will analyze, design, plan, and fabricatestructural componentsandsystemsas they lead fall protection projects for LJB clients.

Salary Range:$90,000 - $130,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

SENIOR-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages internal teams to complete projects by creating plans, setting priorities, and deadlines.
• Performs QC reviews and oversight of project calculations and deliverables.
• Analysis of building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold-formed steel framing, and cast-in-place concrete.
• Develop a layout of fall protection systems to address customer needs and coordinate with the existing structure.
• Assists with the preparation of construction documents such as those needed for the installation of fall protection systems.
• Perform tasks within Revit and other CAD to execute assigned engineering tasks.
• May coordinate projects by communicating with clients regarding project issues and attending meetings.
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and attending in-house systems/management training.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties:

• Willingness to travel (overnight stays based on supported projects) to various US-based locations.
• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
• ERP experience required, Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.
• Understanding/Training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.
• Other duties as assigned.

SENIOR-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering with structural emphasis required (master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years’ engineering experience, possessing knowledge and experience in the design of structural engineering projects, with a preference for fall protection.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• CAD experience (Revit and Bluebeam preferred) RAM, STRAP or other structural analysis software experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1926 and ANSI Z359.

Core Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform duties.
• Must meet the weight capacity of design perimeters of fall protection systems (between 130 to 310 lbs.).
• Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.

Why Join LJB?

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience designing practical fall protection solutions that help keep workers safe across a variety of industrial, commercial, and institutional environments. You will work alongside experienced structural engineering professionals, develop technical expertise through real project exposure, and build a strong foundation for long-term growth within LJB’s Safety team.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Note: At the current time LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Keywords: Structural Engineer, Engineered Fall Protection, Structural Engineer, Safety, Senior