[Hiring] Structural Engineer @Orbital Career

Role Description

Orbital is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support the execution of our Asset Integrity program in a REMOTE WORK role. This position is focused on structural evaluation, repair engineering, and long-term asset management planning.

In this role, you will serve as Orbital's engineering resource to validate our inspector's findings and translate inspection findings into sound engineering solutions to support the client in making informed, risk-based decisions about their structural assets.

Essential Functions

• Structural Engineering & Assessment
  • Serve as the primary engineering resource for structural asset evaluations, applying engineering judgment to assess condition, identify deficiencies, and prioritize corrective actions.
  • Review, interpret and validate structural inspection findings generated by the program's inspection team, translating field data into engineering evaluations and recommendations.
  • Verify conditions, gather supplemental information, and inform engineering decisions.
  • Prepare engineering reports, condition assessments, and technical recommendations for review by the client and Orbital's project team.
  • Rank and prioritize the criticality of necessary repairs based on client standards.
• Repair Engineering & Design
  • Develop repair scopes and capital recommendations based on engineering evaluations, condition assessments, and client priorities.
  • Prepare calculations, designs, and repair drawings in support of identified repair and improvement projects.
  • Coordinate with Orbital's office engineering team to ensure repair solutions are technically sound, code-compliant, and aligned with client requirements.
  • Provide engineering support during repair execution as needed — answering RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field conditions.
• Asset Management & Planning
  • Support long-term asset management planning by contributing engineering expertise to condition assessments, maintenance strategies, and capital planning initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate records of engineering evaluations, calculations, and repair histories to support Asset Management databases and long-term tracking.
  • Identify recurring deficiency patterns and develop proactive engineering recommendations to support the client's long-term asset reliability goals.
  • Contribute to the continued growth and improvement of Orbital's Asset Management and Repair Services capabilities.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Comply with all Orbital, client, OSHA, MSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.
  • Complete all work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and Orbital's Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Participate in pre-job planning, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and safety meetings as required.
  • Promote consistency, repeatability, and continuous improvement in engineering execution and documentation quality.
• Team & Client Coordination
  • Serve as the structural engineering point of contact for the client's operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with client personnel and Orbital's field- and office-based project leadership.
  • Communicate engineering findings, recommendations, and project status clearly to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
  • Support proposal development, estimating, and scope definition as needed.
• Other Duties
  • Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities required of this position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional structural engineering experience in industrial environments.
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and/or foundation systems.
• Experience in asset-intensive industries such as power generation, oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, manufacturing, steel, mining, or materials processing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop engineering evaluations, repair designs, and capital recommendations from inspection and condition assessment data.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with an office-based support team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare clear calculations, technical reports, and recommendations for varied audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software; experience with STAAD or equivalent structural analysis software a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability and intent to obtain licensure.
• Experience supporting Asset Management, Asset Integrity, Mechanical Integrity (MI), or Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs.
• Familiarity with digital inspection platforms and asset management systems.
• Experience providing engineering support during repair and construction execution.

Location Note

This is a remote work role. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Salary Range

$90,000-140,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits

• A competitive salary.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• A 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage.
• A generous paid time off program.

Company Description

Powered by People, Driven by Solutions. Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution, and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.