Hiring: Structural Engineer Company: NRG Energy Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:28:05 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : CAD About the job Experience: •7 years of experience in an industrial environment (power, chemical) Required Skills: •Evaluate the strength, stability, and rigidity of structures using engineering principles and methods; assess the integrity of existing structures and recommend repairs or modifications as needed •Use computer-aided design (CAD) software and other tools for structural analysis and modeling; analyze model structures and their behavior under different loads and conditions •Investigate and diagnose structural issues and failures, provide recommendations for repairs or modifications •Perform risk assessments and propose solutions to mitigate potential structural failures •Review lifting & rigging plan designs •Support safe access reviews and stabilization efforts of damaged structures •Support of critical infrastructure inspection program •Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and reports for repair/construction projects Qualifications: •BS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university •Five years of prior professional experience •In-depth knowledge of structural analysis and design principles •Demonstrated capacity to interpret and apply engineering codes and standards •Effective communication skills, both written and verbal •MS Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university •Proficiency in AutoCAD, STAAD, Navisworks •Must be able to wear required personal protection equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, goggles, face shields, hearing protection, respirators, fall protection harnesses, and other PPE as required. •Duties require extensive manual dexterity in usage of computer terminal and keyboard, while sitting for extended periods of time preparing budgets, work scopes, outage schedules, and other reports as needed. •May be required to enter Permit Entry Confined Spaces Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!