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Structural Engineer

Wood PLC

Pasadena, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Asset Management, Best Practices, Brownfield Redevelopment, Business Solutions, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Project, Change Management, Civil Engineering, Civil Infrastructure, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Design, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, OSHA, On Site Support, Problem Solving Skills, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulations, Risk, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Structural Engineering, Technical Leadership
LOCATION
Pasadena, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
JOB DESCRIPTION

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join its Operations Americas business. This opportunity is on-site in Pasadena, Texas.

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The Role

As the Structural Engineer you will be responsible for setting the direction of the chemical manufacturing site's civil & structural reliability program, managing facility-based capital projects supporting that program, and providing expert guidance to that site and others around civil & structural concerns or questions.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Operations business delivers solutions to an ever-broadening range of clients across the energy and materials industries globally. We deliver operations, maintenance, modifications, brownfield engineering, asset optimization and management, supporting our clients through the asset lifecycle. We are focused on developing strategic relationships with our clients, providing solutions that deliver efficiency, integrity and reliability.

What we can offer
  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Operations Americas sector
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering onsite working
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
  • Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
  • Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
  • Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession


RESPONSIBILITIES

Civil / Structural Asset Strategy & Reliability
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve the civil and infrastructure life cycle management and capital replacement strategy, including structures, foundations, pipe racks, roads, drainage, containment systems, buildings, and underground utilities
  • Establish asset condition assessment programs (inspections, risk ranking, and degradation mechanisms) to prioritize maintenance, repair, and replacement activities
  • Define long-term capital needs, risk mitigation plans, and life cycle cost optimization strategies for civil and structural assets
  • Provide technical leadership in identifying "bad actor" assets and developing corrective and preventive solutions
  • Collaborate with Reliability and Maintenance teams to integrate civil assets into site asset health monitoring and reliability programs
Project Engineering & Execution
  • Serve as Project Engineer for civil/structural capital and expense projects, from scope development through design, construction, and closeout
  • Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and execution strategies in alignment with site capital governance
  • Lead design-based development and technical reviews; ensure constructability, maintainability, and long-term asset integrity
  • Coordinate with internal Project Management, external engineering firms, and construction contractors to ensure safe and high-quality execution
  • Provide field support during construction, including issue resolution, design clarifications, QA/QC oversight, and turnover support
Engineering Standards, Codes & Compliance
  • Serve as the global technical authority for civil and structural engineering standards, specifications, and best practices
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations (ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC, OSHA, FEMA, local jurisdiction requirements, and company standards)
  • Support site audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries related to civil and structural assets
  • Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and incident investigations where civil or structural risks are involved
Safety & Risk Management
  • Embed safety into all phases of engineering, design, and construction execution
  • Identify and mitigate civil and structural risks that could impact personnel safety, environmental performance, or business continuity
  • Act as a visible safety leader for both plant and contractor engineering an

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