Senior Structural Engineer
Location: Austin, TX (On-site first 3 weeks, then Hybrid)
Duration: 12–16 Month Contract
Pay and Benefits: Competitive ($65-80/hr), based on experience, medical, dental, 401k, etc
Overview:
Join a high-impact engineering project supporting the design and construction of complex industrial facilities. This role plays a critical part in delivering technically advanced infrastructure.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform structural analysis and design for concrete and steel systems, including foundations for specialized equipment
• Develop structural calculations supporting vibration isolation and dynamic performance
• Conduct advanced finite element modeling (FEM) for dynamic loads, thermal expansion, and vibration transfer
• Apply sound engineering judgment to make technical decisions and assumptions
• Perform QA/QC reviews of calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Support all phases of project delivery—from early planning through construction administration
• Present design options, trade-offs, and risk assessments to stakeholders
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, piping/process, and architectural)
Ideal background