Structural Engineer 3 (TX)

About the Role

The role is a hands‑on engineering position responsible for designing equipment foundations, towers, building structures, pipe racks, platforms, and other structural components used in heavy‑industrial facilities. The engineer will work collaboratively with other disciplines and vendors, performing calculations, analysis, and producing documentation. The position reports to the Civil/Structural Director and is closely monitored by the supervisor, with detailed instructions provided as needed. While the role does not carry regular supervisory duties, the engineer will mentor junior staff and act as Engineer‑of‑Record on projects. • Execute structural calculations and analyses for foundations, towers, buildings, pipe racks, and platforms. • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineers, designers, and vendors; review site layouts and vendor drawings. • Generate structural analysis reports and detailed construction documents, including 3D models, specifications, and contractor scopes. • Prepare contractor bid packages, bills of material, and review shop drawings; respond to contractor RFIs. • Mentor junior team members, act as Engineer‑of‑Record, and review/seal designs created by others. • Provide training and leadership for less experienced engineers and designers. • Apply core competencies: effective communication, teamwork, ethical conduct, initiative, and quality focus.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸structural calculations
• ▸3d modeling
• ▸analysis reports
• ▸bid packages
• ▸shop drawings
• ▸engineer‑of‑record

What You Bring

Work is performed primarily in an office environment that can be busy with staff, clients, and vendors, requiring the ability to focus amid distractions. Physical demands include regular sitting, frequent talking and hearing, occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 lb, as well as normal vision requirements. ZAP emphasizes core competencies such as clear communication, teamwork, ethical behavior, initiative, and a commitment to quality. Employees are expected to demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, reliability, and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. • Maintain a Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. • Bring at least five years of multidisciplinary structural engineering experience. • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, problem‑solving, and basic leadership abilities. • Utilize structural engineering software and AutoCAD proficiently; possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. • Travel up to 20 % of time for project needs.

Requirements

• ▸pe license
• ▸civil degree
• ▸autocad
• ▸engineering software
• ▸problem solving
• ▸teamwork

Benefits

The Structural Engineer 3 position is located in Houston, Texas (ZIP 77079) and is a full‑time, exempt role with a salary range of $104,000 to $140,400. The position offers up to 20 % travel and follows a standard Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑5 pm schedule, with occasional overtime as business needs dictate. ZAP is an equal‑opportunity employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, disability coverage, life insurance options, and an employee assistance program. • Receive comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time