Structural Engineer

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join its Operations Americas business. This opportunity is on-site in Pasadena, Texas.

As the Structural Engineer you will be responsible for setting the direction of the chemical manufacturing site’s civil & structural reliability program, managing facility-based capital projects supporting that program, and providing expert guidance to that site and others around civil & structural concerns or questions.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Operations Americas sector
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering onsite working
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the civil and infrastructure life cycle management and capital replacement strategy, including structures, foundations, pipe racks, roads, drainage, containment systems, buildings, and underground utilities
• Establish asset condition assessment programs (inspections, risk ranking, and degradation mechanisms) to prioritize maintenance, repair, and replacement activities
• Define long‑term capital needs, risk mitigation plans, and life cycle cost optimization strategies for civil and structural assets
• Provide technical leadership in identifying “bad actor” assets and developing corrective and preventive solutions
• Collaborate with Reliability and Maintenance teams to integrate civil assets into site asset health monitoring and reliability programs

• Serve as Project Engineer for civil/structural capital and expense projects, from scope development through design, construction, and closeout
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and execution strategies in alignment with site capital governance
• Lead design‑based development and technical reviews; ensure constructability, maintainability, and long‑term asset integrity
• Coordinate with internal Project Management, external engineering firms, and construction contractors to ensure safe and high‑quality execution
• Provide field support during construction, including issue resolution, design clarifications, QA/QC oversight, and turnover support

• Serve as the global technical authority for civil and structural engineering standards, specifications, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations (ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC, OSHA, FEMA, local jurisdiction requirements, and company standards)
• Support site audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries related to civil and structural assets
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change, and incident investigations where civil or structural risks are involved

• Embed safety into all phases of engineering, design, and construction execution
• Identify and mitigate civil and structural risks that could impact personnel safety, environmental performance, or business continuity
• Act as a visible safety leader for both plant and contractor engineering and construction activities

• Partner with Operations and Maintenance to align asset strategies with operating needs and production risks
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, designers, and inspectors
• Act as a key technical advisor to site leadership on infrastructure risk, capital planning, and long‑term site sustainability

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