Senior Structural Engineer

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure.  Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions.  Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.  Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with experience in structural steel and foundation design.  The position requires experience in heavy industrial engineering projects—preferably in the refining, oil & gas, or chemical industries. This position will involve onsite work at major chemical and oil companies in the Greater Houston, TX and Baytown, TX Regions. There is potential for some of this work to be done remotely.

Essential duties and responsibilities  

• Structural inspections as they relate to work scope.
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, detailed design documents and specifications, project cost estimates, and providing installation support services.
• Perform analytical modeling of structures and components of structures utilizing STAAD/RISA 3D software.
• Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other structural engineers in the office.
• Structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation design.
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects, as well as centralized design basis and historical references.
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in the corporate Quality Management System.
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of a supervising engineer.
• Manage project progress relative to project plan, schedule, and budget.
• Contribute to company improvements in work flow, methods of work execution, and continued standards improvements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are important. Candidates should have a thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software (STAAD/RISA 3D) including general office products, design and business enterprise software.  This position will include some field engineering work and short duration travel will be expected from time to time.
• Work in elevated or in tight, confined space type areas. Use of negative pressure, air filtering/purifying respiratory protection may be required.

Minimum Requirements

• BS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 5 + years of prior professional experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and/or foundation design
• Working knowledge of STAAD analytical software or equivalent
• Ability to perform field inspections at higher elevations

Preferred Qualifications

• MS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Inspection experience

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

 

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D.  Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.