Senior Structural Project Engineer

NorthITe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Retirement Savings

Career Development

Job summary

NorthITe seeks an experienced Senior Structural Project Engineer to lead structural design from concept to production for steel, modular buildings, and fabricated systems. You will collaborate with PMs, manufacturing, and customers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

You will perform structural analyses under gravity, wind, and seismic loads, coordinate with architects and engineers, and support fabrication and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain.
• 7-10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience with steel structures, modular buildings, or fabricated systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural engineering and design from concept through production and completion.
• Perform structural analysis for steel structures, modular buildings, and supports.
• Review drawings for coordination with architectural, civil, and mechanical disciplines.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to optimize designs for fabrication and cost.
• Prepare and review structural drawings, calculations, and documentation.
• Evaluate engineering changes to minimize impact on cost and schedule.
• Engage with clients in meetings and design reviews as the primary structural representative.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to standards and templates.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, codes, and company standards.

Skills

Structural engineering

IBC & codes

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (Structural focus)

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

STAAD.Pro

RAM Structural System

SAP2000

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Project Engineer to lead structural engineering and design efforts from initial concept through production and project completion. In this role, you will work on steel structures, modular buildings, and fabricated systems, collaborating closely with project managers, manufacturing teams, and customers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

• Engineering & Design Leadership: Lead the structural engineering and design of assigned projects from concept through production and completion. Develop structural calculations, engineering analyses, and design solutions in accordance with building codes, engineering standards, and customer specifications.
• Structural Analysis: Perform structural analysis for steel structures, modular buildings, equipment supports, platforms, and related fabricated systems, incorporating gravity, wind, seismic, and other applicable loading conditions.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Review architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings to ensure proper coordination with structural systems. Coordinate with Project Managers to support project schedules, budgets, engineering deliverables, and customer expectations.
• Manufacturing Support: Collaborate with Manufacturing to optimize designs for fabrication efficiency, constructability, and cost reduction. Provide engineering support throughout manufacturing, resolving design questions and field issues as they arise.
• Documentation & Compliance: Prepare, review, and approve structural drawings, fabrication packages, calculations, and engineering documentation. Review customer specifications, contracts, and technical requirements to ensure compliance. Conduct engineering reviews and quality checks prior to release for fabrication. Maintain accurate documentation, revision history, and project records.
• Change Management: Evaluate engineering changes and recommend solutions while minimizing impacts to project cost and schedule.
• Client Engagement: Participate in customer meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions as the primary structural engineering representative.
• Mentorship & Standards: Mentor junior engineers and designers by providing technical guidance, training, and oversight. Assist in developing engineering standards, design procedures, calculation templates, and best practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Safety & Standards: Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, applicable building codes, company standards, and engineering ethics.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering (or a related engineering discipline) required.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or the ability to obtain it within a reasonable timeframe.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 7-10 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Industry Focus: Experience designing steel structures, modular buildings, industrial facilities, or fabricated systems required.
• Operational Context: Experience supporting manufacturing/fabrication operations and working on customer-facing projects is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of structural engineering principles and steel design. Strong understanding of the International Building Code (IBC), ASCE 7, AISC Steel Manual, AISI, and other applicable engineering standards.
• Manufacturing Alignment: Strong understanding of fabrication methods and design for manufacturability.
• Core Competencies: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with high attention to detail. Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Project & Communication: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and lead technical discussions with customers, contractors, architects, and internal teams.

Technical Skills

• CAD/BIM: Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit. Working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks preferred.
• Analysis Software: Experience with structural analysis software such as STAAD.Pro, RISA-3D, RAM Structural System, SAP2000, or similar.
• General Software: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint). Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry

Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings Opportunities
• Professional Development & Career Advancement Opportunities