Sr Engineer Civil/Structural
Zachry Groupā¢Downers Grove, IL
About The Position
Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to support major Power and Industrial projects in Houston, Texas. The role serves as a Responsible Engineer and technical leader, supporting the design and execution of complex steel, concrete, and foundation systems for power generation and industrial facilities. The Senior Engineer leads engineering efforts, mentors developing engineers, and collaborates with clients, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and constructible solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- 10 or more years of civil/structural engineering experience supporting Power, Energy, or Industrial projects.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Strong knowledge of structural steel, reinforced concrete, and foundation design.
- Proficiency with STAAD.Pro, RISA, Enercalc, or similar structural analysis software.
- Thorough understanding of AISC, ACI, and applicable building codes.
- Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
- Structural Engineer (SE) license.
- EPC, design-build, or heavy industrial project experience.
- Construction support and field engineering experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Responsible Engineer for structural engineering scope, ensuring technical quality, execution, and schedule performance.
- Lead the design and analysis of structural steel, reinforced concrete, and foundation systems.
- Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and material take-offs.
- Interface with clients, suppliers, constructors, and project teams throughout design and construction.
- Apply AISC, ACI, and applicable building codes to engineering designs.
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, piping, procurement, and construction disciplines.
- Review supplier and vendor submittals for technical compliance.
- Support constructability reviews, site walkdowns, construction support, and troubleshooting.
- Mentor junior engineers and lead portions of project execution.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for technical growth and career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
