Civil/Structural Engineer, Senior

Audubon Companies•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer for its Houston, Texas office. The role performs civil and structural engineering assignments involving the design of equipment, components, structures, and systems. The engineer develops and reviews engineering designs and packages, prepares specifications and calculations, coordinates with clients and project partners, and helps ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. The position may lead medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects and manage day-to-day workflow within a group or project, including assignments, workload distribution, and deadlines. It may also serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned, with responsibility for following applicable professional-engineering sealing regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve problems or reach goals.
Ability to proactively find solutions to work-related problems.
Ability to understand instructions and request clarification when needed.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited institution preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of experience preferred.
Field experience preferred.
Experience leading medium- or large-scale multidisciplinary projects preferred.
Experience with STADD, SACS, MAT 3D, and Foundation software preferred.
Working knowledge of steel and concrete structural design preferred.
Working knowledge of structural design codes such as AISC, ACI, API, and IBC preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare intermediate- to advanced-level project specifications covering client performance requirements, components, design requirements, codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
Prepare engineering sketches, calculations, and analysis models for complex project assignments.
Prepare, review, or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
Communicate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
Set project expectations and help complete assigned work according to schedule and budget.
Follow company quality standards and engineering checking and approval procedures.
Comply with company, client, federal, and local health, safety, security, and environmental requirements; participate in hazard identification and observation programs and report unsafe conditions or incidents.
Coordinate with drafting and design staff to develop and review engineering drawings.
Visit job sites to evaluate site conditions and project requirements, and visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance.
Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions and bid tabulations for equipment purchases.
Check engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
Apply safe design practices and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Plan and manage workload, budgets, and project resources, requesting assistance as needed.
Develop, review, or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
Assist with developing internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
Assess project feasibility, including materials, costs, and time requirements, using engineering knowledge and advanced mathematics.
Prepare or direct the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and construction schedules.
Analyze strategies, equations, and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are used; resolve design and development issues.
Manage client relationships and develop repeat-business opportunities.
Prepare discipline-specific man-hour and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client-provided scope.
Manage and forecast discipline-specific man-hour requirements and schedules.
Potentially lead medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects and manage day-to-day workflow, assignments, workloads, and deadlines.
Provide feedback to the immediate supervisor about co-worker performance and work-related issues, and provide colleagues with advice on work techniques, best practices, and subject-matter expertise.
Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned and comply with applicable PE sealing requirements.
Support HSE policies and procedures by working safely, completing required HSE training and reporting, identifying hazards and near misses, and following applicable regulations.