Structural Engineer

  • Belcan
  • Houston, Texas
  • Full Time

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Job Title: Structural Engineer

Contract: 6 Months

Pay Rate: $59.35 - 77.03 /hr.

Belcan is a leading provider of professional IT, Engineering, Workforce Solutions and staffing in the United States, Canada, UK, Europe, and India.

A Structural Engineer job in Houston, TX is currently available through Belcan. In this role you will plan and conduct independent work within a global business unit requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Devises new approaches to solving . If you are interested in this role, Apply Today!

Job Description:

Plans and conducts independent work within a global business unit requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Devises new approaches to solving problems.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for a global business unit usually in one discipline in a project or staff group. Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.

Performs work using Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer aided design and computer aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools.

Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award

recommendations for equipment.

Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups.

Coordinate technical issues with other departments on projects including constructability requirements and reviews.

Plans and coordinates independent work requiring judgment and experience in the application and substantial adaptation of engineering techniques. Devises new approaches to technical problems.

When delegated, assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing

specific tasks.

Assists in on-the-job-training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations.

Prepares letters to vendors and clients.

Reviews bid analyses and makes recommendation.

Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.

Performs or assists in the performance of problem analysis and original design.

Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for

proposals, forecasts and change orders.

Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers.

Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork,

empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Job Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and

engineering and design calculations.

Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant Client design guides. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.

Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D), CAE and relevant Client Standard Computer Applications to perform the work.

Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.

Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.

Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Job Dimensions

Supervision Received:

Performs most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results

expected. Receives technical guidance from Engineering Specialists or Supervisors on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed project plans.

Supervision Exercised:

Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters,

technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.

Contacts:

Independently contacts vendor's representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information. Contacts client counterparts as directed.

Qualifications and Skills

Basic Qualifications

A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university and 9 years relevant experience.

A professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board,

Sufficient number of specialized courses in relevant general engineering or appropriate engineering disciplines to meet job requirements

Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in allied types of engineering sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.

Preferred Qualifications

Specific experience in planning and executing greenfield or brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments:

Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification

Coal, gas or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia

Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC and others

Carbon capture and sequestration

Solar and/or combined cycle power plants

Hydrogen value chain including reforming, liquefaction, transportation and fueling stations

Offshore and onshore pipelines

Desalination, raw water, demineralized water and waste water treatment plants

Familiarity with current process technologies and licensors associated with the above.

Additional Qualifications

Broad working knowledge of precedents in the specialty area, the principles and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines.

Knowledgeable of and performs standard discipline engineering activities on projects of relatively small size and complexity within the business line with minimal technical oversight.

Broad knowledge of precedents in the industry.

Location: Houston, TX

Zip Code: 77001

Keyword"s: #Houstonjobs; #StructuralEngineerjobs;

Start Date: Right Away

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If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

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Job ID: 481864971
Originally Posted on: 6/19/2025

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