Structural Engineer / Project Engineer

Northstar Energy Services, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthStar Energy Services seeks a Structural Engineer / Project Engineer to join our collaborative team in Arlington, TX or Houston, TX. The role blends hands-on structural analysis with project leadership, from concept through startup, with full-time, in-office requirements.

You will perform analyses, develop design bases, manage deliverables, and coordinate procurement, ensuring code-compliant, safe designs across disciplines. A Texas PE is preferred or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Working knowledge of structural codes (ACI 318, ASCE 7, AISC, IBC, OSHA).
• Preferred Texas PE license or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with Plant 3D Structure and CADWorx is a plus.
• Office-based role requiring U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analyses and designs for equipment skids, platforms, racks, and foundations.
• Coordinate project scope, schedule, budget, and multidisciplinary deliverables.
• Provide QA/QC reviews and field support during construction and startup.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and internal teams throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure code compliance and integration of geotechnical findings into designs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Independent work capability

Analytical problem solving

Technical communication

Education

Civil or Structural Engineering degree

P.E. license (Texas) preferred

Tools

SAP

SAFE

L-Pile

Microsoft Office

Job description

NorthStar Energy Services delivers engineering, procurement, project management, construction management, and consulting solutions across the energy, petrochemical, and process industries, including oil and gas processing and transportation, refining, chemicals, renewables, and natural gas. Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced engineers and senior technical specialists with expertise in process technologies, program management, conceptual and detailed design, and construction management.

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking a Structural Engineer / Project Engineer to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. This dual-role position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on structural analysis and design with broader project leadership, supporting projects from concept and detailed design through construction, commissioning, and startup.

LOCATIONS:

Arlington, TX or Houston, TX

This is a full-time, in-office position. Employees are expected to work onsite during their regular work schedule.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, you will establish structural design criteria and independently perform engineering analyses, calculations, and code interpretations for energy facilities. As Project Engineer, you will also help define project scope, schedule, and budget; coordinate procurement and vendor activities; and serve as a key technical connection among clients, internal disciplines, and third-party partners throughout the project lifecycle.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
• Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and design activities for a broad range of structural deliverables, including:
• Steel structural analysis and design of equipment skids, platforms, pipe racks, and cable tray racks
• Concrete structures, including retaining walls and deep and shallow foundations for heavy, lightly loaded, and rotating equipment
• Foundations and supports for pumps, electrical stands and buildings, process equipment (separators, meter skids, etc.), manifold piping, and tanks
• Demolition plans, rebar schedules, material take-offs, and structural bills of material
• Apply and interpret applicable structural codes and standards, including ACI 318, ASCE 7, AISC, IBC, and OSHA requirements
• Review site-specific geotechnical reports and incorporate relevant findings into site development and foundation design
• PROJECT ENGINEERING & DELIVERABLE MANAGEMENT
• Serve as Project Engineer for assigned projects, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and coordinated technical execution across engineering disciplines
• Coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables and serve as the primary day-to-day technical point of contact for the client
• Develop and maintain core project documentation, including design basis documents, scopes of work, deliverable lists, and progress reports
• Support procurement through RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations; review shop fabrication and third-party vendor drawings for compatibility with the intended structural design
• Perform QA/QC reviews of drawings and cross-discipline deliverables to verify safe, code-compliant designs that align with project objectives
• Incorporate company standards, municipal requirements, and applicable regulatory codes into project deliverables
• Respond to RFIs throughout the project lifecycle with clear, timely technical guidance
• Conduct field assessments and walkdowns to gather information needed to support sound design decisions
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup, including punch list resolution and as-built documentation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• GENERAL
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Candidates should be prepared to participate in a technical interview as part of the selection process
• This is a fully office-based position
• SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Demonstrated attention to detail and a consistent commitment to technical accuracy and quality
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and designers across disciplines
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented, with strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills when priorities, requirements, or schedules change
• Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, vendors, and construction personnel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Working proficiency with SAP, SAFE, and L-Pile structural programs and Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of ACI 318, ASCE 7, AISC, IBC, and OSHA codes and standards
• Preferred, but not required: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain one
• Preferred, but not required: experience with Plant 3D Structure and CADWorx, as well as construction or field experience