Structural Engineer In Training Jobs in Oklahoma

Structural Engineer - Cooling Tower Industry

Location: Chickasha, OK
Workplace Type: Onsite
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Structural Engineer to join our engineering team supporting the cooling tower and industrial construction industry. This role is responsible for the design, analysis, evaluation, and engineering support of structural systems associated with cooling towers and related industrial equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess experience in industrial structural engineering, including steel and concrete systems, structural analysis, retrofit design, and field support activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective structural solutions for new construction, repairs, retrofits, upgrades, and field installations across industrial and power generation environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a structural engineer who enjoys combining office-based engineering design work with hands-on field exposure in complex industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

Structural Design & Engineering Analysis

• Design and analyze structural systems and components for:

  • Cooling towers

  • Industrial equipment support structures

  • Heavy industrial facilities

• Perform structural calculations for:

  • Wind loads

  • Seismic loads

  • Dead loads

  • Live loads

  • Operational and dynamic loads

• Develop safe, efficient, and cost-effective structural engineering solutions

• Evaluate structural integrity and performance of existing cooling tower systems and industrial structures

Engineering Documentation & Technical Deliverables

• Prepare:

  • Structural calculations

  • Engineering drawings

  • Technical specifications

  • Engineering reports

• Review and approve:

  • Shop drawings

  • Fabrication drawings

  • Technical submittals

• Ensure all engineering documentation complies with applicable engineering standards and codes

Project Coordination & Cross-Functional Support

• Coordinate closely with:

  • Mechanical engineers

  • Project managers

  • Estimators

  • Fabrication teams

  • Field personnel

• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities related to structural engineering work

• Participate in technical meetings with clients and project stakeholders

• Provide engineering support throughout fabrication, installation, and field erection phases

Field Engineering & Site Support

• Conduct field inspections and structural condition assessments

• Evaluate existing structures for:

  • Repairs

  • Retrofits

  • Upgrades

  • Replacement recommendations

• Support construction and field installation teams with technical guidance and problem-solving

• Visit industrial facilities, power plants, manufacturing sites, and cooling tower installations as required

Compliance & Engineering Standards

• Ensure designs comply with:

  • ASCE standards

  • AISC standards

  • IBC requirements

  • OSHA regulations

  • Applicable industry codes and standards

• Support continuous improvement initiatives for engineering standards, procedures, and workflows

• Promote safe engineering practices and compliance throughout project execution

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in:

  • Structural Engineering

  • Civil Engineering

  • Related engineering discipline

Experience

• Minimum 3-5+ years of structural engineering experience preferred

• Experience in:

  • Cooling towers

  • Industrial construction

  • Power generation facilities

  • Heavy industrial environments strongly preferred

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:

  • Structural steel systems

  • Concrete structures

  • Fiberglass systems

  • Wood framing systems

• Knowledge of:

  • Structural analysis principles

  • Industrial structural design

  • Retrofit engineering

  • Dynamic and vibration loading

Software & Technical Skills

• Proficiency with structural engineering and drafting software such as:

  • STAAD

  • RISA

  • AutoCAD

  • Revit

  • SolidWorks

  • Similar engineering software

• Familiarity with:

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

  • Algor Pipe Pack software

  • Piping design concepts

  • ASME and related industrial standards preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure

• Experience with:

  • Cooling tower structural design

  • Structural retrofit projects

  • Industrial steel structure design

  • Field inspections and condition assessments

  • Rotating equipment support structures

  • Dynamic loading and vibration analysis

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving abilities

• Excellent organizational and project management skills

• Strong communication and technical writing abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

• Detail-oriented with strong commitment to engineering quality and safety

Physical Requirements

• Ability to:

  • Visit active industrial and construction job sites

  • Climb ladders and navigate elevated structures

  • Work in industrial and outdoor environments as needed

Work Environment

• Combination of office-based engineering work and field support activities

• Exposure to:

  • Industrial facilities

  • Cooling tower systems

  • Construction sites

  • Power generation environments

• May involve travel to project and client sites as required

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits Package

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Professional Development Assistance

• Bonus Opportunities

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on specialized industrial and cooling tower engineering projects

• Exposure to complex structural engineering challenges in heavy industrial environments

• Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and technical excellence

• Opportunity for professional growth, technical development, and career advancement

• Meaningful field involvement supporting real-world industrial infrastructure projects

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically strong and hands-on structural engineer who enjoys solving complex industrial engineering challenges. You are analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing engineering design responsibilities with field support activities in industrial and construction environments.

How to Apply

If you are a Structural Engineer with experience in industrial structures, cooling towers, or heavy industrial engineering environments, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Chickasha, Oklahoma.