Senior/Lead Structural Engineer - EPC Projects (Metals Sector)

  • Lexicon, Inc
  • Little Rock, Arkansas
  • Full Time

Lexicon offers a unique combination of capabilities. Our services include construction management, fabrication, erection, mechanical installation, and plant maintenance for heavy industrial, commercial, and roadway projects, as well as a full spectrum of golf course construction and management services.

We are seeking an accomplished Senior/Lead Structural Engineer with extensive experience in large-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) projects within the metals and minerals sector. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and oversight of structural engineering, ensuring robust, safe, and cost-effective solutions for industrial plants such as smelters, refineries, and processing facilities.

Senior/Lead Structural Engineer Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead design and analysis of steel, concrete, and foundation structures for large industrial facilities.
  • Oversee and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and technical deliverables.
  • Ensure strict compliance with international codes and standards (AISC, ACI, Eurocodes, IS codes).
  • Provide expert technical guidance during procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning.
  • Conduct structural integrity assessments, resolving complex site engineering challenges.
  • Collaborate with civil, piping, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless project integration.
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers, establishing best practices in structural engineering.
  • Interface directly with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to align engineering solutions with project goals.

Senior/Lead Structural Engineer Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • 15+ years' experience in structural design and engineering, with at least 8 years in EPC projects for metals/mining/heavy industry.
  • Proven expertise in reinforced concrete, structural steel, and heavy industrial foundations.
  • Proficiency in STAAD Pro, SAP2000, ETABS, Tekla Structures, or equivalent software.
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Senior/Lead Structural Engineer Physical Demands

  • Must be able to work weekends and long hours in a high-pressure working environment.
  • Must be accessible at any time for emergencies.
  • Requires frequent bending, stooping and lifting.
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • All the physical demands listed are essential functions.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • HSA with Employer contributions
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability
  • Critical Illness Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) with Employer Match

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Job ID: 490640591
Originally Posted on: 8/25/2025

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