Civil Structural Engineer

Civil Structural Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer to gain exposure across both civil and structural disciplines, develop real-world construction support experience, and grow technical ownership over time. If you enjoy solving problems, having more ownership over projects, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this role offers a strong foundation for long-term growth at OPD.

This role will sit in office Monday - Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At OPD, we specialize in engineering and construction within the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. As part of Koch Engineered Solutions, we offer comprehensive services that integrate construction with engineering and procurement, enhancing efficiency and minimizing interface challenges. Since 1980, our commitment to integrity and excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted industry partner and a rewarding workplace.

• Interact with suppliers and contractors as necessary to resolve construction and engineering design issues.
• Assist in defining project scopes and estimates, execute all aspects of structural design, and support project construction as required.
• Review incoming RFIs/Submittals and expedite responses.
• Participate in final design coordination meetings and approve modifications.
• Conduct walk-downs with site representatives to verify proper installations.
• Responsible for engineering structural steel supports, pipe racks, modular skids, and platforms.
• Engineer foundations for racks & structures, vertical & horizontal vessels, pumps, compressors, and the balance of plant foundation for gas plants.
• Participate and promote Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) work culture.
• Enforce EH&S regulations and adheres to current codes and standards.

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop engineering drawings and calculations
• Experience assisting with the design of structural steel and/or foundations for industrial equipment
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship now or in the future?

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical, process, mechanical, HVAC and instrumentation industry standards
• Knowledge of PIP, ASCE, AISC, ACI
• Gas treatment and/or natural gas structural design experience
• Experience using the RISA and/or STAAD structural programs

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

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