Staff Structural Engineer – Lattice Tower (Houston, TX)

Location: Houston, Texas

Country: United States

Category: Engineering

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm

Posted Date: March 30, 2026

Job ID: 645550

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower
Location: Houston, TX 77027-3004
Contract length: Direct Hire
Pay: Compensation discussions are handled directly with qualified candidates during the interview process. You can assume market pay for these roles and our base and bonus compensation package will meet the requirements.

Staff Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required or
  • Bachelor's Degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required
  • Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required
  • Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills
  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA-3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla)
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred
Staff Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower Description
  • Assist in the execution of various structural project designs, including but not limited to, PLS-Tower modeling, FEM structure modeling, analysis, reinforcement design, new construction and retrofit work
  • Assist in the development of man-hour estimates, schedules, and project budgets for proposal response and project execution
  • Assist in the development of project deliverables - this includes conceptual designs through detailed design
  • Develop drawings for production work, including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity 
  • Execute a variety of structural design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, commercially available software, industry-specific software, drawing sequence and presentation, sizing of components, and refining rough sketches for CAD development.
  • Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects
  • Analyze reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other structural-related data to plan and design projects
  • Responsible for incorporating design codes and specifications related to design requirements
  • Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget and schedule
  • Review schedules, budgets, and project criteria to inform civil design and layouts
  • Organize and maintain all revisions of the project 3D model, drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical, well-structured manner
  • Participate in the structural design Quality Review process- includes back-checking drawings, models & components, and review of shop drawings using the model
  • All other duties as assigned

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