Senior-level Structural Engineer - Safety

Senior-level Structural Engineer

Help create safer work environments with a national leader in fall protection design. Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. offers civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting services in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

We are looking to fill the role of Senior-level Structural Engineer for our Safety practice in our Houston, Texas office. The engineer will analyze, design, plan, and fabricate structural components and systems as they lead fall protection projects for LJB clients.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits: View our 2026 Benefits Summary.

Essential Functions

• Manages internal teams to complete projects by creating plans, setting priorities, and deadlines.
• Performs QC reviews and oversight of project calculations and deliverables.
• Analyzes building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold‑formed steel framing, and cast‑in‑place concrete.
• Develops layout of fall protection systems to address customer needs and coordinate with the existing structure.
• Prepares construction documents needed for the installation of fall protection systems.
• Executes engineering tasks in Revit and other CAD software.
• Prepares calculations detailing engineering design.
• Coordinates projects by communicating with clients regarding project issues and attending meetings.
• Maintains technical knowledge through training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and in‑house systems/management training.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties

• Willingness to travel (overnight stays based on supported projects) to various U.S.–based locations.
• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high‑pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
• ERP experience required; Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.
• Understanding/Training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering with a structural emphasis (master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of engineering experience, with knowledge and experience in the design of structural engineering projects, preferably in fall protection.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• CAD experience (Revit and Bluebeam preferred); RAM, STRAP or other structural analysis software experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Structural Engineer (SE).
• Knowledgeable of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1926 and ANSI Z359.

Core Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform duties.
• Must meet the weight capacity of design perimeters of fall protection systems (between 130 to 310 lbs.).
• Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Why Join LJB?

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience designing practical fall protection solutions that help keep workers safe across a variety of industrial, commercial, and institutional environments. You will work alongside experienced structural engineering professionals, develop technical expertise through real project exposure, and build a strong foundation for long‑term growth within LJB’s Safety team.

LJB Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Note: LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas at the current time.