Staff Structural Water Engineer Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Black & Veatch; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm is seeking a Staff Structural Water Engineer to design resilient water purification structures. This role requires at least 5 years of experience, proficiency in structural analysis software, and an active engineering license. Join a collaborative team working on innovative projects across the U.S., including opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Relocation assistance

Employee ownership

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• Active engineering registration or licensure.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex structural analysis for treatment plants.
• Supervise structural engineers and manage project teams.
• Perform construction phase engineering duties.
• Coordinate work with architects and other engineers.

Skills

Structural analysis

Leadership

Construction management

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or related

Tools

RISA 3D

STAADPro

SAP 2000

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

ProjectWise

Job description

Overview

Staff Structural Water Engineer

Date: Sep 17, 2025

Locations: Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; San Antonio, TX; Fort Worth, TX; College Station, TX; Tampa, FL

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id: 110369

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: Yes

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes

The Opportunity

This position is focused on the design of structures which support water purification and treatment facilities, making water supplies more resilient and sustainable. This engineer will design a variety of structural systems, broaden their design experience, and collaborate with other disciplines, while delivering critical water infrastructure projects to the community. BVs broad portfolio of projects also provide the opportunity to participate in markets such as Power Generation, Industrial, Data Centers, Power Delivery, to name a few. BV’s diverse markets serve society and bring invaluable benefit to clients around the world.

The Team

As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our 3 market sectors - Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute complex structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of water and wastewater treatment plants, industrial facilities, and other complex structural facilities
• Supervises Structural Engineers (both in the US and in overseas offices) and works with Structural Technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications. Is responsible for leading larger production teams and serving as the responsible charge for projects
• Perform construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFIs, and review of contractor submittals
• Perform project administrative tasks, which may include any/all of the following: preparation of design fee estimates, monitoring progress against budget and schedule, management of project changes, and implementation of Black & Veatch Quality Control requirements
• Coordinate work with architects and other discipline engineers
• Ability to lead a team to execute complex projects with construction values of up to $100M
• Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and BV policies. Assists in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards. Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines. Support continuous improvement efforts. Provides guidance and direction to others
• Implements resource management strategy including managing resources for a small group

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Engineering or Master of Science from an ABET accredited Structural Engineering program
• Familiarity with the latest editions of the International Building Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC Steel Construction Manual, ACI 530
• Proficiency with use of structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, STAADPro, or SAP 2000
• Proficiency with use of non-structural software packages such as Bluebeam, ProjectWise, AutoCAD, and Revit

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in engineering work
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience
• Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary

Certifications

Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary

Work Environment

Black & Veatch prides itself on the support of our employees and providing flexibility to make the things that are most important to you, a priority. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Additionally this opportunity has the possibility of being located in any of our offices located across the U.S. Some positions may be relocation eligible. Speak to your recruiter if you have interest in relocation.

Competencies

Salary Plan: REG - Registered Engineering

Job Grade: 016

Nearest Major Market: Houston

Job Segment: Construction, Structural Engineer, Engineer, Drafting, CAD, Engineering

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