Structural Engineer IV Houston

Lake Superior Consulting, LLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible work options

401K with company match

Company paid life, AD&D, and short/ll.

PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Superior Consulting, LLC in Houston seeks a Structural Engineer IV to lead complex projects in our Facilities Engineering group. You will own design tasks, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver safe, practical engineering solutions.

The role emphasizes independent work, client meetings as SME, and overseeing schedules and budgets on major projects in multiple industries. Salary ranges start at $95,000 and go up to $132,800.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 5+ years’ experience as a structural engineer.
• PE preferred, EIT required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis calculations per codes and standards.
• Provide leadership to junior engineers and guide tasks.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with Designers/Drafters.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Independent work

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Civil/Structural Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Civil 3D

RISA

Excel

Bluebeam REVU

Job description

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer IV Houston to join our growing Facilities Engineering group.

Build what’s next with Lake Superior Consulting! As a Structural Engineer IV, you’ll lead complex engineering projects and play a key role in developing innovative solutions for our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, apply advanced technical expertise, and collaborate with engineers and other disciplines to bring challenging designs from concept through completion.

This senior-level role is ideal for an experienced structural engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, leading project teams, and serving as a technical resource and mentor to others. You’ll work on meaningful projects across a variety of industries while helping ensure safe, practical, and high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design andanalysiscalculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.
• Provide leadership and guidance to more junior engineers while executing a variety of structural engineering tasks.
• Capable of working within or leading a multi-disciplinary engineering project team.
• Layout and detail entire projects as an Engineer of Record or portions of projects under the supervision of the Engineer of Record
• Provide CAD drawings or sketches to incorporate in drawings by Designers/Drafters
• Research design options and document findings for Engineer of Record
• Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects
• Direct and supervise other Designer’s/Drafter’s activities as needed
• Attend andparticipatein client meetings as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Perform field activities such asobservingand recording existing field conditions,takingand verifying measurements within project area
• Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents
• Serve as the project engineer by leading design and engineering effort, and managing proposed schedule and budget throughout each project
• Work either independently or closely with others in a team environment on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals
• Present technical aspects of a project and structural design approach to technical and non-technical individuals
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of all applicable engineering codes and practices

Position Requirements

Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civilor Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 5+ years’ experience as a structural engineer
• PE preferred, EITrequired

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• History of successful completion of projects
• Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others
• Preferred experience with engineeringand/design software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks,Civil 3D,RISA, Excel Spreadsheets,BluebeamREVUetc.
• Understand 2-D and 3-D drafting techniques
• Firm knowledge of design codes including: ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318, etc.

Physical Requirements and Demands

The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation. Routinely use standard office equipment such as but not limitedto:computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets. Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, oroperateobjects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee isfrequentlyrequired to stand, talk, and hear.

Standing for extended periods.

Occasionallifting inup to 50lbs.

Exposure to weather including heat and cold climates.

Ability to work long hours and overtime when projectsdemand.

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000 - $132,800.

Our benefits include

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.