Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Oil & Gas - Pipelines and Facilities
Position Snapshot: Civil/Structural Engineer – Oil & Gas
Atwell is seeking a licensed Civil/Structural Engineer (PE) with experience supporting structural design and engineering for the Oil and Gas industry. Our current project portfolio includes oil and natural gas, CO₂, hydrogen, and renewable natural gas (RNG) pipelines, terminals, compressor stations, and processing facilities.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and executing civil and structural engineering efforts, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, budgets, client expectations, and applicable codes and standards. This position involves developing engineering documentation from concept through construction, overseeing structural analyses, mentoring junior team members, and coordinating across disciplines to support successful project execution.
You will play a critical role in the design of reinforced concrete foundations, structural steel platforms and supports, equipment skids, and pipeline structural systems.
Roles and Responsibilities
Lead the civil and structural engineering design for oil and gas infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pump stations, compressor stations, terminals, and process facilities
Develop construction documents, including structural plans, general arrangements, framing plans, and connection details for steel and concrete structures
Support the design and coordination of ductwork systems within oil and gas facilities, including duct routing, equipment interfaces, structural supports, and coordination with piping, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
Conduct structural analysis under various loading conditions including wind, seismic, blast, and equipment loads in accordance with applicable codes (IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, API, etc.)
Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and reports prepared by internal teams and subcontractors
Collaborate with multidiscipline teams including mechanical, piping, and electrical to coordinate structural requirements across project phases
Perform field visits to verify as-built conditions, gather site data, and provide construction support as needed
Provide mentorship to junior engineers and support team development through technical leadership
Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope
Support quality assurance by implementing Atwell’s QA/QC procedures and best practices
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (Master’s a plus)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
7+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering for oil and gas facilities or similar industrial infrastructure
Proficient in structural analysis software such as STAAD.Pro, RISA, SAP2000, or similar
Working knowledge of CAD software tools including AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Civil 3D
Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor, Navisworks, or Tekla Structures is a plus
Strong knowledge of applicable design codes: AISC, ACI, ASCE, API, IBC
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Pay Range - $100,000 - $150,000 base+, + end of year bonus.
Disclaimer
While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.
Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.
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Pay Range
$100,000—$150,000 USD