Analysis Skills, Analysis Software, Communication Skills, Concrete, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering, Industrial Design, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, OSHA, Oil and Gas, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Regulations, SAP, Structural Engineering, Systems Analysis, Technical Support, Time Management
Title: Structural Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Overview:
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Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire (Long-Term Contract)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Pay: $60.00-$90.00/hour
Job Summary:
Sterling is seeking a Structural Engineer to support the design and analysis of structural systems for oil, gas, and chemical facilities. This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in industrial structural design who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The position offers flexibility with onsite, hybrid, or remote work arrangements (remote candidates will remain on contract).
Job Duties:
Perform structural engineering calculations and analyses for industrial facilities.
Design structural steel systems, including pipe racks, equipment platforms, and miscellaneous steel structures.
Design concrete foundations, equipment foundations, and vessel foundations.
Develop structural solutions for oil, gas, and chemical plant projects.
Prepare engineering documentation, material quantities, and cost estimates.
Perform structural analysis using industry codes and engineering principles.
Review designs for quality, constructability, and code compliance.
Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to deliver projects on schedule.
Participate in project meetings and provide technical support throughout project execution.
Maintain compliance with applicable engineering standards, OSHA regulations, and company quality procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering required.
Minimum of 4 years of structural engineering experience in the oil, gas, or chemical industry.
Experience designing pipe racks, concrete foundations, vessel foundations, and structural steel systems.
Strong structural analysis experience.
Knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards (IBC, ACI, AISC).
EIT certification or pursuit of PE licensure is preferred.
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering/project tracking systems.
Familiarity with structural analysis software such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, SAFE, spMats, or Mathcad is a plus.
Schedule: Onsite, hybrid, or remote available. Candidates working remotely will remain on contract and will not convert to direct hire.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
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Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
500 to 999 employees
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