Structural Engineer

Midwest Cooling Towers•Chickasha, OK

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Structural Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, evaluation, and support of structural systems related to cooling towers and associated industrial equipment. This position applies to structural engineering principles to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs for new construction, repair, retrofit, and field installation projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial structures, cooling towers, steel and concrete systems, and applicable engineering codes and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related engineering field required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain.
Minimum [3–5+] years of structural engineering experience preferred.
Experience in cooling towers, industrial construction, power generation, or heavy industrial environments strongly preferred.
Knowledge of structural steel, concrete, fiberglass, and wood framing systems.
Familiarity with ASCE, AISC, IBC, OSHA, and related engineering standards.
Proficiency in structural analysis and design software.
Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit, STAAD, RISA, or similar engineering software preferred.
Finite Element Analysis (FAE) ASME, STMN Piping Design Knowledge, Algor Pipe Pack software
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Cooling tower design and structural retrofit experience
Industrial steel structure design
Field inspection and condition assessment experience
Knowledge of vibration, dynamic loading, and rotating equipment support structures

Responsibilities

Design and analyze structural components for cooling towers and related industrial systems.
Prepare structural calculations, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Review and approve fabrication drawings and shop submittments.
Evaluate existing cooling tower structures for repairs, upgrades, or replacements.
Perform load calculations including wind, seismic, dead, live, and operational loads.
Coordinate with mechanical engineers, project managers, estimators, fabrication teams, and field personnel.
Assist with project planning, budgeting, and scheduling related to structural work.
Provide engineering support during fabrication, installation, and field erection activities.
Conduct field inspections and site assessments as needed.
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, building codes, and industry regulations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives for engineering processes and standards.
Participate in client meetings and provide technical expertise when required.