Structural Engineer

Hargrove & Associates Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove & Associates Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a senior Structural Engineer with 10+ years of civil/structural experience to lead design of complex projects.

The role involves applying advanced engineering techniques, reviewing drawings, and coordinating with drafting and other disciplines. You will develop conceptual layouts, produce detailed calculations, and provide construction support while ensuring compliance with codes and client specs.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with IBC/ASCE/AISC/ACI and related codes.
• Experience using structural analysis software and interpreting results.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate with drafting and other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete design of complex civil/structural projects.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies for efficient solutions.
• Produce preliminary design estimates and material take-offs.
• Create detailed design calculations and drawings for construction.
• Review vendor drawings and fabrication submittals for conformance.
• Lead engineering teams and coordinate with drafting and other disciplines.
• Provide construction support and field data collection.

Skills

Structural analysis software

Team leadership

CAD software

Microsoft Word/Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Structural coursework

Professional Engineering registration preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

## Structural EngineerApply: Houston, TX: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-001042# What You'll Be Doing**Job Summary:** Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of complex civil/structural engineering assignments. Work at this level requires extensive progressive experience in civil/structural engineering and involves applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis. This work will be performed under general supervision.**Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:*** Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.* Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.* Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.* Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.* Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.* Producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and completed product meeting the expectations of the client.* Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practice.* Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. Responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings.* Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.* Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.* Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a “package”, enabling civil/structural purchase inquiries to be issued for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing.* Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input.* Developing construction specifications.* Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.* Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction support.* Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the department.* Ability to lead small to large size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts and keeping the team focused on scope, schedule and budget.* Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.* Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of civil/structural work. This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.# Ideal Background**Education:** Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required. Structural coursework is required for structural engineering positions.**Registration:** Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.**Experience:** This position requires 10+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural engineering.**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Knowledge and application of the International Building Code and associated standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.)* Expertise with civil/structural analysis software including operating and interpreting results.* Knowledge of the discipline specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projects.* Able to lead a small to large team to deliver on commitments.* Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.* Good communication skills, both verbal and written.* Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution leadership and support.**Physical Requirements*** Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.#LI-MM2