Structural Engineer II Houston

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer II Houston to join our team.

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to join our Facilities Engineering group. This mid‑level role is responsible for project engineering tasks that require sound judgment and independent decision-making.

The Structural Engineer II plans and executes engineering work involving the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of established structural engineering techniques and criteria. The successful candidate will develop practical solutions to design challenges, prepare and revise drawings, specifications, and calculations, and oversee work to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and accepted engineering practices.

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.

• Layout and detail entire or portions of projects under the supervision of the Engineer of Record

• Provide CAD drawings or sketches to incorporate in drawings by Designers/Drafters

• Research design options and document findings for Engineer of Record

• Review shop drawings

• Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects

• Direct and supervise other Engineer’s activities as needed

• Work with, and direct, Designers/Drafters to create project drawings

• Attend and participate in Client meetings

• Perform field activities such as observing and recording existing field conditions; taking and verifying measurements within project area

• Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents

• Serve as the project engineer by leading design and engineering effort

• Work either independently or closely with others in a team environment on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals

• Shows engineering judgement to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments.

Position Requirement****s:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university

• 2+ years’ experience as a structural engineer

• EIT required, or ability to obtain in 6 months

• Track record of successful completion of projects

• Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others

• Preferred experience with engineering/design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, RISA 3D, Navisworks, Bluebeam REVU, etc.

• Understand 2-D and 3-D drafting techniques

• Firm knowledge of design codes including: ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318, etc.

Physical Requirements and Demands:

• Frequent sitting for long periods.

• Occasional lifting in up to 50lbs.

• Ability to work extra hours and possible overtime when projects demand.

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $78,000 – $94,000 per year.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.