Structural Engineer

Garver Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering seeks a Structural Engineer in Houston, TX to develop structural designs and documentation for the Buildings Business Line. You will perform analysis, design, detailing, and construction administration for multiple systems including structural steel, reinforced concrete, cold-formed steel, masonry, and wood.

Responsibilities include BIM drawing production, coordination with disciplines, QA/QC, and mentoring junior staff. Strong communication and licensure in Texas preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas or ability to obtain licensure within 3 months of joining Garver.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis, design, and detailing.
• Perform construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, site observations, and preparing reports.
• Utilize BIM design software to produce structural drawings.
• Coordinate with other disciplines.
• Assist project managers and follow QA/QC plans.
• Manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Continue education and learning based on project and team needs.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff.
• Assign and coordinate tasks with engineers-in-training and BIM professionals.
• Collaborate with architects and contractors.

Skills

Structural analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

Construction administration

Education

ABET-accredited degree in civil/architectural engineering (structural emphasis)

Tools

Bentley RAM Structural System

RAM Elements

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MS Office

AIA MasterSpec

Job description

Structural Engineer – Houston, Texas

As a member of Garver's Buildings Team, the Structural Engineer will develop structural designs and documentation for various projects within the Buildings Business Line. Responsibilities include structural analysis, design, detailing, and construction administration for multiple structural systems, including:

• Structural Steel
• Reinforced Concrete
• Cold-Formed Steel
• Reinforced masonry
• Structural Wood

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis, design, and detailing.
• Perform construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, conducting site observations, and preparing reports.
• Utilize BIM design software to produce structural drawings.
• Coordinate with other disciplines.
• Assist project managers and follow QA/QC plans.
• Manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Continue education and learning based on project and team needs.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff.
• Assign and coordinate tasks with engineers-in-training and BIM professionals.
• Collaborate with architects and contractors.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or architectural engineering with a structural emphasis from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas or ability to obtain licensure in Texas within 3 months of joining Garver.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and a good team player.

Preferred Requirements and Skills

• Master's degree in civil engineering or architectural engineering with a structural emphasis from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Proficient with Bentley RAM Structural System and RAM Elements.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit and Construction Cloud.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Experience with AIA MasterSpec.
• Working knowledge of US building codes and structural design standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.