Structural Engineer

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting; Jersey Village (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting client in North West Houston area seeks a Structural Engineer to join the team. This role requires sign and seal of plans where licensed and strong leadership on design and field issues.

Candidates bring PE license with 4+ years in residential wood-frame, wood framing, roof trusses, and familiarity with IRC/IBC/ASCE rules, plus AutoCAD and structural software experience.

Qualifications

• PE license with 4+ years of structural design experience.
• Experience in residential wood-frame construction.
• Knowledge of IRC, IBC, ASCE, ACI, PTI, AISC.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and structural software.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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

Technical leadership

Code interpretation

Field issues resolution

AutoCAD

Education

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural software

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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