Structural Civil Engineer Job at Headhunter Insider, Houston, TX

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  • 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

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