Analysis Skills, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Relations, Documentation, Home Inspections, Identify Issues, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Reporting Skills, Residential Real Estate, Structural Engineering, Top Sales Rep, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Dallas, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
Civil / Structural Engineer (Field-Based)
Location: Dallas, TX Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 base + additional earning opportunities
About the Company
Our client is a specialized foundation repair and structural inspection firm that combines hands-on fieldwork with engineering expertise. Their engineers play a critical role in evaluating residential structures, identifying foundation issues, and providing detailed reports that guide repair solutions. This is not a desk-only role-engineers are actively involved in both field inspections and technical reporting.
Position Overview
We are seeking Civil or Structural Engineers to perform on-site structural inspections and develop detailed engineering reports. This role is highly field-focused, requiring hands-on assessments of residential properties, including working in confined spaces (e.g., under homes), as well as office-based documentation and analysis.
This is a high-priority hire due to a recent retirement of a long-tenured employee, and the company is motivated to move quickly.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct on-site structural and foundation inspections of residential properties
Perform hands-on evaluations, including working in confined spaces (e.g., crawlspaces)
Analyze findings and develop detailed engineering reports and recommendations
Communicate results clearly to builders, clients, and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with senior engineers for review and approval of work (as needed)
Participate in both fieldwork and office-based engineering tasks
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Open to:
Experienced/registered engineers, or
Entry-level graduates willing to be trained
Strong written and verbal communication skills (client-facing role)
Willingness and ability to perform hands-on fieldwork, including crawling under structures
Detail-oriented with strong reporting and documentation skills
Reliable, adaptable, and committed to completing both field and office responsibilities
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $100,000 - $120,000
Additional compensation per site visit
Opportunity for supplemental income through estimating work
High earning potential (top performers can exceed $150K+, with historical examples nearing ~$190K total compensation)
Why This Role
Blend of hands-on fieldwork and technical engineering
Opportunity to learn and grow under experienced engineers
High-impact role directly influencing structural safety and repair solutions
Strong earning potential with performance-based upside
Important Considerations
This is a field-intensive role, not a traditional desk-only engineering position
Candidates must be comfortable with physical aspects of inspections
The company values individuals who are genuinely willing to perform hands-on work