Associate Project Consultant (Entry-level), Structural Engineering 2026
Job Description
We want someone passionate about structural engineering and problem solving.
About TP
Our Structural Engineering division is currently looking to hire 2025 and 2026 graduates with a Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering in our Houston, TX office.
What You'll Be Doing:
The Structures Division in Houston, Texas provides structural engineering services with emphasis on new design, repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, and investigation and performance evaluation of structures throughout the Americas. As an entry-level hire, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings and other structures including waterfront facilities such as marine terminals, wharves, piers, bulkheads, and other infrastructure. Essential duties include working with senior staff to perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures, conducting on-site investigations to document existing conditions and repair methodologies, provide assistance during the construction administration phase of projects, and preparing of drawings and calculations. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn is essential to this position.
What You'll Need:
- MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required. Spanish speaking is a plus.
- FE/EIT certification, preferred.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities required.
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment required.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
- Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
- Availability to travel abroad for short periods of time.
- Enthusiasm and passion - consistently maintains high levels of activity and productivity
- Communication - conveys information clearly to supervisor, team members and external clients, with excellent writing and/or oral skills.
- Problem-solving - capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, judgement and problem-solving tools.
- Accountability and responsibility - self-starter with willingness to interact as a team player and take independent initiative to ensure tasks are completed.
- Teamwork- work with others toward a shared goal, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards and contributing to the capability of the team.
- Teachable - passionate and willingness for continued learning of new ideas and concepts.