McDermott
Senior Structural Engineer
915 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77079
Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 21, 2026
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Job Overview:
The role is for Senior Structural Engineer with responsibility for structural design and analysis for Onshore Oil & Gas, LNG, and Renewables Industry projects including deliverables such as structures, piperacks, modules, foundations, etc. The work includes conceptual studies, FEEDs, estimates, detail design, and construction support. The successful candidate is able to effectively communicate technical solutions and concepts and can be assigned as the civil / structural lead on a project.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Capable of leading a civil / structural project team
- Prepare philosophies, basis of design, and specifications
- Interface with geotechnical engineers and implement geotechnical recommendations
- Provide input in support of permitting efforts
- Prepare material requisition and subcontract scope of work
- Perform technical bid evaluation and supplier document review
- Provide engineering manhour and quantity estimates
- Coordinate with supporting offices
- Prepare and check calculations
- Identify potential changes, and track engineering quantities against budget
- Provide schedule and progress updates
- Support construction
- Mentor junior engineers
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university
- Registered Professional Engineer preferred
- Minimum 8 years civil / structural engineering experience with structures, piperacks, modules, foundations, etc
- Minimum 4 years civil / structural engineering experience in the oil & gas industry
- Knowledge of civil / structural engineering codes and standards
- Proficient in detail civil / structural engineering and design work procedures and processes
- Proficient in civil / structural analysis software
Strong communication skills and professional ethics to interface with clients and project team
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
- Large module experience
- Field and fabrication / module yard experience
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