Senior Marine Structural Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Marine Structural Engineer to join its dynamic team in Houston. This role involves leading the design and analysis of marine structures, ensuring accuracy in deliverables, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve project success. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in structural engineering, particularly in marine environments, and hold a Professional Engineer license. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a lasting impact on infrastructure projects that enhance communities and promote sustainability.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in structural engineering of marine structures.
• Professional Engineer P.E. license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for marine structures as a Senior Engineer.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and accuracy.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Marine Structures Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish or French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Location:

Houston, TX, US

Requisition ID: 176124

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Market: Marine

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position will be based out of our Houston, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Senior Marine Structural Engineer as part of the Marine & Coastal Resiliency design team on pursuits and projects, including:
• Perform, review, and oversee structural analysis and design for marine structures.
• Develop detailed construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Ensure accuracy of design deliverables (reports, drawings & specifications, etc.).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
• Conduct site inspections and provide technical support during construction.
• Help identify design risks and assist with risk mitigation planning.
• Act as a facilitator of collaboration with construction teams during the design phase.
• Perform project coordination and management of selected engineering projects.
• Mentor and lead engineers in their technical development.
• Contribute to MCR technical proposals.
• Support the development of the MCR engineering team by building internal tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent. A master’s degree is an asset.
• 12+ years’ experience in structural engineering of marine structures such as piers, floating docks, sea walls, wharfs, and mooring dolphins.
• Experienced in performing a berthing & mooring analysis and design of marine fenders.
• Familiar with marine terminals operations.
• Experience with project delivery models that include working directly with the contractor is an asset.
• Professional Engineer P.E. license required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficient in English, proficiency in Spanish or French is an asset.
• Efficiency, autonomy, initiative, and ability to prioritize.

Other Requirements

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.