Structural Engineer

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

Who are we looking for?

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.  GHD is looking for a Structural Engineer to join our Maritime and Coastal (M&C) practice in Houston, Texas.  In this role, you will primarily assist with design and analysis of several waterfront projects throughout the US. This is a rewarding opportunity to employ your engineering skills, learn from engaging mentors, be involved in challenging projects, and develop technical solutions on diverse projects.  
 
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Working under the supervision of an experienced professional engineer on diverse Maritime & Coastal and Transportation design and analysis projects. 
• Assisting with the design of waterfront infrastructure and facilities for port, federal, private, and municipal clients  and related infrastructure. 
• Providing calculations, developing drawings and/or sketches. 
• Writing technical reports summarizing design and/or findings of structural condition assessment. 
• Delivering projects on time and within budget. 
• Maintaining open communication with project team members. 

What you will bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural focus from an accredited university
• Previous internship related to the industry and understanding of marine design a plus. 
• FE or capability to Acquire
• 2-5 years of experience. 
• Working knowledge of engineering codes and guidelines such as IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360 etc. 
• Experience in the Microsoft office suite, Mathcad, Autodesk suite 2016 or newer (Civil 3d/Revit) 
• Ability to assist with condition assessment and field investigation. 
• Must have strong communication skills, both written and oral, including report writing. 

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Benefits: 

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
  Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.