Structural Design Engineer (PE Required)
Location: Grapeland, Texas (East Texas, Dallas, or Houston considered)
Type: Full-time, Direct Hire

About Our Client
Our client is a Fortune 500 building materials company with a strong reputation for stability, innovation, and long-term career growth. Their culture is built on teamwork, personal connection, and giving every teammate the freedom to contribute and grow. Safety, efficiency, and genuine relationships drive the business every day.

The Opportunity
The Structural Design Engineer designs structural steel systems for commercial buildings and vertical structures across the country. Projects range from small retail sites to large athletic stadiums and multimillion-square-foot warehouse and distribution facilities. This role works independently and partners closely with sales, production, and outside design professionals.

What You'll Do

• Perform structural steel design in line with industry standards and internal manufacturing processes
• Review contract documents, including structural drawings, architectural drawings, and project specifications
• Prepare, review, and support design calculations, including projects that require sealed calculations
• Communicate with internal teams and external customers, including engineers, architects, and contractors, with fast turnaround on project and production needs
• Support design-build and commercial construction projects from early design through fabrication
• Represent the company with specifiers and at industry events and conventions

What You Bring

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)
• 4+ years of structural engineering experience in steel construction
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Ability to lead by example on safety policies, practices, and housekeeping standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in steel fabrication or manufacturing environments
• Strong working knowledge of AISC and IBC design requirements
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software
• Experience working with design-build teams on commercial projects
• Comfort presenting technical solutions to engineers and specifiers

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary $100,000 - $140,000
• ROA bonus
• Annual profit sharing
• 3 weeks paid vacation after 6 months
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement