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Remote Structural Engineer

Lensa
Houston, TX Remote Contractor
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
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Job Title: Structural Engineer (100% Remote)

Shape the future of sustainable energy. We’re seeking a Structural Engineer to tackle complex challenges in structural analysis and design for nuclear power projects. If you’re passionate about precision engineering and want the freedom to work from anywhere in the U.S., this role offers both flexibility and impact.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform structural analysis for static and seismic load combinations, including response spectra.
  • Design equipment and piping supports, structural frames, and foundations.
  • Conduct piping or pipe support analysis per ASME Section III and B31.1 standards.
  • Develop lifting assemblies, rigging plans, and crane designs.
  • Apply AISC steel and ACI concrete design codes to ensure compliance and safety.
  • Execute component stress analysis using tools like GTSTRUDL or ANSYS.
  • Review plant impacts and evaluate existing structures for retrofitting.

What You Bring

  • BS in Civil or Structural Engineering from a U.S.-accredited institution.
  • 4 years of experience (7 preferred) in structural design and analysis for nuclear or industrial facilities.
  • Strong understanding of AISC, ASCE, and related design codes.
  • Proficiency in structural analysis tools and software; MathCAD experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of static structural analysis, structural dynamics, and seismic analysis.
  • Familiarity with Matlab and design review processes.
  • Excellent communication skills for reports, calculations, and specifications.

Additional Skills

  • Experience with power plants, oil & gas, or LNG projects is a plus.
  • Ability to produce detailed drawings and documentation.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Flexible Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. (Central Time).
  • Opportunities for challenging projects, career growth, and contributing to zero-emission energy solutions.

Ready to engineer a cleaner future? Apply today and join a team that values innovation and excellence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com ( actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $45 - $90

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