Sr. Structural Engineer

CTS Complete Technical Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in Houston is seeking a Structural Lead Engineer to manage a team for a modularized LNG project. The successful candidate will have 7–10 years of experience in a lead position, strong project management skills, and the ability to make data-driven decisions. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and offers a contract employment type in the Oil and Gas industry.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in a lead position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Ability to adapt to varying demands and manage changes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of engineers and designers for detailed engineering.
• Review engineering and design documents for compliance.
• Develop cost-reducing solutions and manage multiple projects.

Job description

We are seeking a Structural Lead Engineer to lead and manage a global team of Structural Engineers and designers/3D modelers for detail engineering of a fast-paced modularized LNG project. Experience: 7–10 years in a lead position.

Responsibilities

• Review the work of engineers and designers developing engineering and design documents for Piling & Foundation and Module & Stick Built Steel Pipe Racks/Structures as needed for the project.
• Reviewing, monitoring and ensuring compliance requirements are met for the design (e.g. standards, specifications and local codes and regulations).
• Regularly review vendor documents to ensure specifications and data sheet requirements are met.
• Lead a group of 15–20 engineers and designers/3D modelers.
• Develop and lead others in ways of improving the design and lowering cost.
• Consider multiple solutions and make decisions based on data analysis.
• Manage several different assignments simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (minimum).
• 10–18 years of relevant experience in refining and petrochemical industry, LNG projects, preferably with EPC experience, including 7–10 years in a lead position.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (NCEES) preferred.
• Self-directed with limited supervision; provides guidance and training to less experienced engineers.
• Works with project teams as a representative and coordinates work within the discipline department.
• Ability to adapt to varying demands and manage changes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; collaborates across departments and involves others in problem-solving.
• Serves as a technical resource and point of contact for external or internal customers.
• Experience in managing and responding to RFIs from owner’s construction team, vendors, and EPC contractors.

Software Knowledge

• STAAD Pro, Risa, STAAD Foundation, MAT3D Foundation, 3D MathCAD
• Navisworks, MicroStation, AutoCAD

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Industry: Oil and Gas and Engineering Services