Entry Level Structural Engineering Jobs in Houston, TX

We want someone passionate about buried infrastructure, water systems, and infrastructure reliability, and problem solving.

The Water and Industrial Infrastructure Division of SGH's Engineering Mechanics and Infrastructure (EMI) group provides structural and pipeline engineering and integrity management services with emphasis on investigation, analysis, repair, and rehabilitation of hydraulic infrastructure. Our work includes structural analysis considering soil-structure interaction, design, and preparation of drawings and specifications for buried and other infrastructure including pipelines, tanks, nuclear facilities, dams and hydroelectric facilities, culverts, and other specialty structures and components. We also conduct field work to investigate structural failures, to monitor construction conformance to contract specifications, culvert installations, and for industry and government research projects. Our engineering work is supported by our in-house testing laboratory. 

This position is ideal for civil engineering graduates who want to build a strong foundation in field engineering, structural behavior of buried infrastructure, and constructionphase problem solving. This position provides early career engineers with practical experience in how condition assessment and rehabilitation strategies are implemented in the field and how engineering decisions made during construction influence the longterm performance and reliability of buried infrastructure. As a Field Engineer, you will work sidebyside with experienced engineers and specialty contractors to extend the life of critical pipelines through investigation, construction support, and rehabilitation using advanced technologies such as carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) repairs. This role offers a pathway from entrylevel field engineer to design, analysis, and project leadership roles within SGH.

Location: This position can be based in our Houston, TX or Waltham, MA offices.

• Conduct field investigations and inspections of existing water infrastructure and monitor construction activities for rehabilitation projects under the supervision/direction of senior engineers.
• Observe and document contractor compliance with drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and installation procedures.
• Provide constructionphase engineering support by assisting with interpretation of contract documents and documenting field conditions, deviations, and constructability issues.
• Assist with review of contractor submittals, coordination of inspections or testing, and resolution of field issues.
• Support field engineering efforts through field inspections and monitoring of contractor compliance with drawings, specifications, and installation procedures, particularly for underground construction activities.
• Prepare inspection reports, field documentation, and technical memoranda summarizing observations, construction activities, and engineering considerations.
• Support senior engineers with development calculations, drawings, and postrepair activities, and participate in project coordination and client communications as appropriate.

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Civil Engineering.
• Engineer-in-training (EIT) registration or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• 0-2 years of professional
• Effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to effectively summarize key observations in formal reports, presentations, e-mails, and verbally.
• Willingness to travel and spend approximately 50% or more of time conducting field inspections throughout the US.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces including underground pipes. Safety training is provided.
• Must be able to travel by plane and car. Must have a valid US driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle report.

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.