Structural Designer at POWER Engineers Houston, TX

POWER Engineers; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

Voluntary Life Insurance

401K

Telehealth Benefit

Maternity and Paternity Leave

New Dads and Moms Benefit program

Fertility Benefits

Gender affirming care

Job summary

POWER Engineers, based in Houston, TX, is seeking a Senior Structural Designer for their Generation Division. The role involves developing detailed 3-D structural models and drawings for concrete and steel systems while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a strong background in design and drafting, especially using SmartPlant 3D.

The position offers a hybrid work environment and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and paid leave. Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality and excellence in structural design.

Qualifications

• Experience with structural steel and concrete design standards.
• Proven ability to prepare detailed drawings for industrial facilities.
• Prior work in power plant or refinery environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3-D structural models and construction drawings.
• Coordinate designs with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in design reviews and QA/QC processes.
• Perform field verification and support construction teams.
• Mentor junior designers and drafters.

Skills

3-D structural modeling

Design drawing preparation

Mentoring junior designers

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Field verification support

Education

Associate’s degree in Design and Drafting

10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

5+ years of design/drafting experience

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

Navisworks

Autodesk

Bentley

Intergraph

Job description

Position: Senior Structural Designer – Generation Division

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Job Code: 18946

# of openings: 2

Position Overview

• Responsible for developing concrete foundation and structural steel models, preparing design drawings for a variety of structures, and supporting field verification activities on both established and under‑construction sites.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detailed 3‑D structural models and construction drawings for concrete and steel systems using SmartPlant 3D, Navisworks, Autodesk, Bentley and Intergraph.
• Coordinate designs with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical) and ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, clash detection and QA/QC processes to maintain high‑quality deliverables.
• Perform field verification at active and under‑construction sites; support construction teams with accurate, field‑validated documentation.
• Mentor junior designers and drafters, offering technical guidance and design oversight.
• Take ownership of project tasks and contribute independently within a collaborative team environment.

Hybrid Work Structure

Our Houston, TX office supports a hybrid workplace model, offering flexibility to work both remotely and in‑office. You are expected to work in‑office on a regular basis to support team collaboration, project coordination and mentorship opportunities, while still enjoying the convenience of remote work when appropriate.

Required Education / Experience

• Associate’s degree in Design and Drafting (or equivalent technical degree), or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of design/drafting experience with SmartPlant 3D or equivalent 3‑D design software.
• Coordination model experience with SmartPlant Review and/or Navisworks.

Desired Experience

• In‑depth knowledge of structural steel, concrete and foundation design standards and specifications.
• Significant experience preparing concrete and steel detail drawings for industrial facilities.
• Prior experience in power plant or refinery environments is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.