Civil / Structural Engineer (Field-Based)

Location: Dallas, TX
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 base + additional earning opportunities

About the Company

Our client is a specialized foundation repair and structural inspection firm that combines hands-on fieldwork with engineering expertise. Their engineers play a critical role in evaluating residential structures, identifying foundation issues, and providing detailed reports that guide repair solutions. This is not a desk-only role-engineers are actively involved in both field inspections and technical reporting.

Position Overview

We are seeking Civil or Structural Engineers to perform on-site structural inspections and develop detailed engineering reports. This role is highly field-focused, requiring hands-on assessments of residential properties, including working in confined spaces (e.g., under homes), as well as office-based documentation and analysis.

This is a high-priority hire due to a recent retirement of a long-tenured employee, and the company is motivated to move quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site structural and foundation inspections of residential properties
• Perform hands-on evaluations, including working in confined spaces (e.g., crawlspaces)
• Analyze findings and develop detailed engineering reports and recommendations
• Communicate results clearly to builders, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with senior engineers for review and approval of work (as needed)
• Participate in both fieldwork and office-based engineering tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Open to:
  • Experienced/registered engineers, or
  • Entry-level graduates willing to be trained
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (client-facing role)
• Willingness and ability to perform hands-on fieldwork, including crawling under structures
• Detail-oriented with strong reporting and documentation skills
• Reliable, adaptable, and committed to completing both field and office responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $120,000
• Additional compensation per site visit
• Opportunity for supplemental income through estimating work
• High earning potential (top performers can exceed $150K+, with historical examples nearing ~$190K total compensation)

Why This Role

• Blend of hands-on fieldwork and technical engineering
• Opportunity to learn and grow under experienced engineers
• High-impact role directly influencing structural safety and repair solutions
• Strong earning potential with performance-based upside

Important Considerations

• This is a field-intensive role, not a traditional desk-only engineering position
• Candidates must be comfortable with physical aspects of inspections
• The company values individuals who are genuinely willing to perform hands-on work

Hiring Timeline

• Urgent need - client is ready to move quickly