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Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated
Richardson, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Structural Engineer

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

We are a multi-discipline engineering and design firm, serving the heavy industrial sector. Our success in executing projects has resulted in repeat business from our loyal clients, requiring us to grow the company to meet project demands.

We focus on the heavy industrial market - cement & lime plants, paper mills, chemical plants, sand & aggregate plants, steel mills, oil & gas processing, building products (roofing, insulation, gypsum; etc.) and other manufacturing plants.

We offer competitive salaries and an excellent benefits program in a casual, but professional atmosphere, where collaboration between all disciplines is the key to our success.

Structural Engineer

Experienced in the design of industrial plant civil & structural projects including heavy concrete foundations (including drilled piers/driven piles), fabricated steel structures, platforms & stair towers, metal buildings, grading & drainage elements.

Ability to perform site condition assessments and submit inspection reports & repair recommendations.

Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, create foundation drawings and location plans, structural steel plan & elevation drawings, anchor bolt schedules, and review steel shop drawings.

Ensure all designs meet the requirements of the IBC, ASCE & related building codes

Experience with STAAD-Pro design modeling software

Review and quality control of engineering design calculations, structural drawing packages and specifications.

Requirements

BS - Civil or Structural Engineering

5-10 years of experience with a construction firm, equipment manufacturer or with an engineering firm

Must be licensed or able to obtain PE registration within 2 years

Must be proficient in AutoCAD software, Revit, and Plant 3D.

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with other engineering disciplines

Location: Richardson, TX

Travel: Up to 25%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $130,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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