FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description:

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 55 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer, P.E with experience in structural steel and foundation design. This is a hybrid position that will primarily support our Texas Region. This position will require in-state and occasional out-of-state travel to client sites. The position requires experience in heavy industrial engineering projects—preferably in the Power Generation, Oil & Gas and Chemicals industries.

Essential functions

• Field engineering, structural inspections, and oversight of construction for designed repairs as they relate to work scope
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, detailed design documents and specifications, project cost estimates, and providing installation support services
• Perform analytical modeling of structures and components of structures utilizing STAAD or RISA software
• Structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation design
• Manage project progress relative to project plan, schedule, and budget
• Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other structural engineers
• Review inspection reports from Orbital’s Asset Integrity group
• Assist with preparation of cost estimates related to structural repairs for clients

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job.  Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• BS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Five years of prior professional experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas
• MS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university preferred
• Field Inspection experience, specifically heavy industrial facilities is preferred
• AutoCAD and basic drafting knowledge preferred
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and/or foundation design
• Working knowledge of STAAD or RISA analytical software or equivalent

Location Note:

This is an on-site or hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range:

$95,000-205,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital: 

Powered by People, Driven by Solutions

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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