Senior Rigging Engineer - Part-Time Telework, Heavy Lift

Bechtel; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Equipment Operations, Inc. is seeking a Senior Rigging Engineer in Houston, TX with 8–14 years of related experience.

The role provides operational and technical direction across Bechtel projects, guiding rigging engineers, construction teams, and subcontractors in rigging-related construction processes and safety standards. The position involves developing rigging plans, assessing crane and heavy-haul needs, and coordinating with procurement and contracts to form heavy lift packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a four-year accredited university (or international equivalent) with 8-10 years of relevant experience in construction rigging engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of lifting/hauling equipment and techniques.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and legislation for lifting devices, rigging and heavy haul transport.

Responsibilities

• Maintains contact with engineering regarding plant layout and lifting provisions.
• Plans crane and heavy transport requirements and assists in CES and budgets.
• Prepares rigging plans, calculations, and specifications for rigging material and lift equipment.
• Monitors compliance with rigging plans and codes.
• Assists with subcontract scope and technical reviews for lifting works.
• Reviews and approves heavy haul/oversize plans prior to work start.

Skills

Rigging engineering

Crane lifting planning

AutoCAD

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Bechtel Equipment Operations, Inc. is seeking a Senior Rigging Engineer in Houston, TX with 8–14 years of related experience.

The role provides operational and technical direction across Bechtel projects, guiding rigging engineers, construction teams, and subcontractors in rigging-related construction processes and safety standards. The position involves developing rigging plans, assessing crane and heavy-haul needs, and coordinating with procurement and contracts to form heavy lift packages.