Structural Mechanical Engineer

Quest Energy Group is Houston's leading engineering talent acquisition and executive search firm.

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

This role is designed for engineers with a mechanical and structural background who are familiar with Solidworks, and have design experience and well versed with FEA’s.

• Mechanical OR Structural Engineering degree
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Hands‑on ability to run your own FEA simulations using Solid Works (required).
• Structural and Mechanical Engineering - heavy steel structural design, mechanical layout and design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Foundation design for large equipment and mounted heavy steel structures.
• Structural design of bridge-type structures, cranes, lifting frames, and large-scale plate girders
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• Familiarity with hydraulic/mechanical integration into steel structures
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• Working knowledge of MathCAD, AutoCAD/Draft Sight
  , and additional FEA tools.
• Experience with certifying bodies (ABS, DNVGL, Lloyd’s, etc.).
• Broader knowledge of civil and structural codes (AISC, ANSI, ASTM).

• Design and analyze heavy steel structures for complex load‑bearing and lifting applications.
• Create and validate civil/structural models and FEA simulations to ensure safety and performance.
• Lead the design of structural steel connections, plate girders, and large assemblies
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• Oversee material selection and design modifications for heavy‑load systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineering leaders and contribute to high‑visibility technical reviews.
• Own the technical integrity of designs from concept through delivery.

• Employee‑owned with stock options and career stability.
• Internationally recognized for heavy‑load handling and positioning systems
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• Collaborative engineering culture with access to elite technical peers.
• Long‑term growth opportunities in civil/structural engineering leadership
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