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PRINCIPAL CIVIL STRUCTURAL DESIGNER

CompanyGulf Interstate Engineering Company
LocationHouston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 15, 2026
About The Company
At Gulf Companies, we are driven by our mission to serve a vital role in the global energy industry. As a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services, we focus on safe, sustainable solutions and a steadfast dedication to our client’s goals. We strive to be a trusted partner that propels projects forward and ensures their long-term success.
About the Role

Description

Position Title: Principal Designer – Civil/Structural

Location: Houston, TX


Position Description

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more.


The Principal Designer – Civil/Structural is responsible for performing detail design activities within the Civil/Structural discipline.


Essential Functions

  • Perform complex designs and layouts of concrete foundations, structural steel supports and platforms, civil site layouts and steel buildings utilizing CAD hardware and software
  • Review vendor drawings and other documents
  • Train and direct CAD operators and Designers as required
  • Ability to function in lead roles on projects

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Requirements

Qualifications

  • 10 or more years of experience in a drafting environment developing foundation drawings, structural steel access platform drawings and pipe supports and civil site work drawings for grading and paving
  • 5 years of CAD experience, including 3D Design
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards.
  • Previous project leadership preferred
  • AutoCAD 2012 and Civil 3D for site design
  • Ability to create drawings from engineering input, vendor data, etc.


Education


High school diploma. Associate's degree or certification from technical trade school preferred.



Competencies

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Results oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Good oral and written communication skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands

  • Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
  • Frequent sitting and operating a computer.
  • Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials.
  • Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.



Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Key Skills
Civil DesignStructural DesignAutoCADCivil 3D3D DesignConcrete Foundation DesignStructural Steel DesignSite LayoutGrading and PavingProject LeadershipTechnical DraftingVendor Drawing Review
Categories
EngineeringConstructionEnergy
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Perform complex designs and layouts for concrete foundations, structural steel supports, and civil site layouts using CAD software. Lead projects and provide training and direction to CAD operators and designers.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
1218
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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