Structural Engineer

PNA Technical Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Mentorship from licensed PEs

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

PNA Technical Services in Houston is seeking a Structural Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support the analysis, design, and delivery of commercial and industrial structural projects.

The successful candidate will work under senior engineers, coordinate with architectural, civil, geotechnical, and MEP teams, and produce high-quality deliverables in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3-5 years of structural engineering experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of U.S. design codes (ASCE, AISC, ACI, IBC).
• Experience with structural analysis/design software such as ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, RISA, STAAD.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundations for commercial/industrial facilities.
• Develop construction drawings with AutoCAD/Revit; review and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Prepare calculations, design reports, and technical memoranda.
• Support submittals, RFIs, and construction administration activities.
• Contribute to project planning, scope development, and schedule coordination.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

RAM

RISA

STAAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Structural Engineer

Houston, Tx

Based on Experience and Knowledge$/Hr

Full Time

Job Description

PNA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Structural Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support the analysis, design, and delivery of commercial and industrial structural projects. The ideal candidate will work under the guidance of senior engineers while taking ownership of defined design tasks, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and producing high-quality engineering deliverables in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

This role provides hands-on exposure to real-world structures, fast-growing project types, and a clear pathway toward professional licensure and technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation systems for commercial and industrial facilities


• Design structural systems including:


• Steel frames, braced frames, and moment frames


• Shallow and deep foundations (spread footings, mats, drilled piers, helical piles)


• Industrial equipment foundations, pipe racks, platforms, and slabs


• Apply governing codes and standards including ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, IBC, and local amendments


• Prepare structural calculations, design reports, and technical memoranda


• Develop and review construction drawings and details using AutoCAD and/or Revit


• Coordinate structural designs with architectural, civil, geotechnical, and MEP disciplines


• Support submittal reviews, RFIs, and construction administration activities


• Assist with project planning, scope development, and schedule coordination


• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, contractors, and reviewers


• Participate in internal design reviews and quality control processes


• Work toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure


• Stay current with evolving codes, design tools, and industry best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering


• 3-5 years of structural engineering experience in commercial and/or industrial projects


• Working knowledge of U.S. design codes (ASCE, AISC, ACI, IBC)


• Experience with structural analysis and design software such as: ETABS, SAP2000, RAM, RISA, STAAD, or similar


• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit experience is a plus)


• Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills


• Preferred


• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification


• Exposure to industrial facilities, warehouses, data centers, energy or utility-related structures


• Familiarity with construction-phase engineering support

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits (medical/dental/vision)


• 401(k)/retirement plan with company contribution


• Paid time off + holidays


• Mentorship from licensed PEs


• A collaborative team culture and diverse project opportunities