Structural Civil Engineer Job at Headhunter Insider, Houston, TX

Zi9ZZEtFVmdlNW8raGl3RFRuaW5Va1dSdFE9PQ==
  • Headhunter Insider
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Senior / Lead / Principal Structural Engineer – Heavy Steel Design (Civil/Structural)

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Our client, a  global leader in heavy-load handling and positioning systems , is hiring an experienced  Civil / Structural Engineer to take a lead role in the  design and analysis of heavy steel structures . This hybrid Houston-based role offers leadership visibility, technical impact, and long-term stability in an employee-owned company with an exceptional retention rate.

This is designed for engineers with a civil/structural background in  structural steel design, bridge structures, large fabricated assemblies, and finite element analysis (FEA) .

Key Must-Haves (Required Skills):

  • Structural engineering software proficiency: Advanced use of  RISA-3D, STAAD Pro, ETABS, or SAP2000for civil/structural modeling and analysis.

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Hands-on ability to run your own FEA simulations using  ANSYS or SolidWorks (required).

  • Heavy steel design expertise (6+ years): Strong background in  structural steel design, welded and bolted steel connections, and plate girder design .

  • Strong knowledge of  AISC steel codes , non-linear FEA, and  structural load analysis for civil structures.

  • 3D structural modeling experience in SolidWorks or similar design software.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

  • Foundation design for large equipment and mounted heavy steel structures.

  • Structural design of  bridge-type structures, cranes, lifting frames, and large-scale plate girders .

  • Familiarity with  hydraulic/mechanical integration into steel structures .

  • Working knowledge of  MathCAD, AutoCAD/DraftSight , and additional FEA tools.

  • Experience with certifying bodies (ABS, DNVGL, Lloyd’s, etc.).

  • Broader knowledge of  civil and structural codes (AISC, ANSI, ASTM).

What You’ll Do:

  • Design and analyze heavy steel structures for complex load-bearing and lifting applications.

  • Create and validate  civil/structural models and FEA simulations to ensure safety and performance.

  • Lead the  design of structural steel connections, plate girders, and large assemblies .

  • Oversee  material selection and design modifications for heavy-load systems.

  • Collaborate with senior engineering leaders and contribute to high-visibility technical reviews.

  • Own the  technical integrity of designs from concept through delivery.

Job Tags

Remote work,

Similar Jobs

Darwins

Intern - Software Development @ Tabi Places Job at Darwins

 ...About the Company: Join our small development team at Darwinsas we build out our application, Tabi Places. Position Overview: As a Software...  ..., mastering DevOps practices, and learning the intricacies of App-store deployment. You'll also gain insights into the... 

ICF

Health and Wellness Specialist Job at ICF

 ...Description ICF is seeking a dedicated Health and Wellness Specialist for the Quality Support Center to further the commitment to high-quality, accessible early childhood education through the preK program. This position is responsible for ensuring the delivery of comprehensive... 

Tesla

Sales Manager - Gatwick Job at Tesla

 ...Responsible for ensuring all employees provide a best in class customer experience for every customerEnsure all employees align with Tesla's Dress Code and Grooming GuidelinesPartner with store leadership and operations team on any key events or demand generation... 

AE Perkins

Mid-Level Software Engineer Job at AE Perkins

 ...edge technologies! As a Mid-level Software Engineer, youll be responsible for developing and maintaining scalable, high-performance...  ...greenfield development Fully remote position with no plans to bring...  ...coding proficiency. Mentor Entry-level Software engineers to help... 

Compass Group

JANITOR (PART TIME) Job at Compass Group

 ...We are hiring immediately for part time JANITOR positions. Location: L'Oreal - 100 Commerce Drive, Somerset, New Jersey 08873...  ...Schedule: Part time; Friday and Saturday, hours may vary. Night shifts. More details upon interview. Requirements: No prior experience...