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Staff Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower (Houston)

Burns & McDonnell
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026
Description

A Staff Structural Engineer will perform various phases of planning, proposal preparation, evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects, with a focus on transmission tower projects in a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
  • 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.

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.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 261061

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

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