Structural Engineer

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists in the North West Houston area is seeking a licensed Structural Engineer to join our team. You will sign and seal plans, provide technical leadership, and help maintain design quality across residential projects.

The successful candidate has a PE with 4+ years in structural design, strong knowledge of wood-frame construction, IRC/IBC standards, and experience with AutoCAD and structural software. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PE licensed with 4+ years of structural design experience.
• Experience in residential wood-frame construction.
• Strong wood framing, roof trusses, foundations, and steel framing.
• Knowledge IRC, IBC, ASCE, ACI, PTI, and AISC standards; AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with retaining walls, ICF, forensic engineering, and reports preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, research and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Sign and seal plans in jurisdictions where licensed.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance on structural design, constructability, code interpretation, and field issues.
• Develop engineering standards, calculation methods, quality-control procedures, and practical repair solutions.
• Resolve construction and structural challenges while supporting clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Research building codes, new markets, software, and emerging technologies to improve engineering processes and efficiency.
• Review and approve structural designs, calculations, drawings, and engineering documentation for code compliance and quality standards.

Skills

Structural design

Wood framing

Code compliance

AutoCAD

Structural software

Education

PE license

Job description

Our client located in the North West Houston area is looking for a Structural Engineer to join their team. This is an awesome company and team, with great benefits, and a work-life balance.

Job Summary

• Sign and seal plans in jurisdictions where licensed.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance on structural design, constructability, code interpretation, and field issues.
• Develop engineering standards, calculation methods, quality-control procedures, and practical repair solutions.
• Resolve construction and structural challenges while supporting clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Research building codes, new markets, software, and emerging technologies to improve engineering processes and efficiency.
• Review and approve structural designs, calculations, drawings, and engineering documentation for code compliance and quality standards.

Job Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with 4+ years of structural design experience, particularly in residential wood-frame construction.
• Strong background in wood framing, roof trusses, concrete and post-tensioned foundations, and steel framing.
• Knowledgeable in IRC, IBC, ASCE, ACI, PTI, and AISC standards, with strong AutoCAD and structural software experience.
• Experience with retaining walls, ICF, forensic engineering, construction deficiencies, and engineering reports is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and make sound engineering decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a professional, collaborative, and adaptable approach.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
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