Civil & Structural Engineer

The Civil & Structural Engineer at HPF Consultants Inc supports the delivery of civil and structural projects in Houston, TX. This onsite role combines engineering calculations, document production, coordination with designers and drafters, and selected field activities to advance projects from early studies through construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead engineer in execution of project work.
• Conduct conceptual studies and cost or planning studies, including layouts and related design activities.
• Prepare civil and structural design calculations, develop specifications, and produce construction documents.
• Provide basic design for required civil and structural components to support project development.
• Perform structural steel design for industrial and process structures, rail and truck loading structures, pipe and cable tray racks, platform steel design, and other industrial design as required.
• Perform reinforced concrete design for equipment foundations, concrete structures, containment systems, plant buildings, retaining walls, and other industrial design as required.
• Apply national codes and standards accurately, including IBC, ASCE-7, ACI, AISC, OSHA, and ASTM.
• Meet with new project clients and help prepare estimates and proposals.
• Use STAAD Pro, STAAD Foundation, and RAM connection for structural analysis and design tasks.
• Use Navis Works for model review and related coordination work.
• Use standard Office Suite products to support engineering deliverables.
• Support work that may include field work, checking construction drawings, and preparing project specifications and material requisitions.
• Perform civil and structural design calculations, prepare calculation packages and details, coordinate with designers and drafters, and report progress to the lead engineer.

Requirements

• Professional Engineering licensure preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Five (5) to Ten (10)+ years of related experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to conduct meetings and presentations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with quick responses to new issues.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.

Location and Employment Details

• Location: Houston, TX (onsite)
• Employment type: Full Time
• Commission/bonus: No
• Experience range: 5 - 10 years

Technologies

• STAAD Pro
• STAAD Foundation
• RAM connection
• Navis Works
• Office Suite products