Kent

Junior Structural Engineer

Kent Houston, TX

About us: Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

Our purpose and beliefs: As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We Are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: We recognize that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job:

As a Junior Structural Engineer, you will work as part of the team to complete primary and secondary project tasks under close supervision and mentoring by the Project Lead or Manager. May be assigned to small scale projects.

Your responsibilities:

  • Compiles and maintains project databases, configuration data, and documentation under direct supervision of Senior Level Engineer(s) or Manager(s).
  • Participates in project meetings and/or site visits to gain experience as requested by the Project Lead.
  • Supports Engineers in the compilation of data, structural analysis, and preparation of reports for various activities.
  • Learns about Kent procedures and project execution methodologies through mentoring of Senior Level Engineers, self-study as assigned and direct project experience.
  • Participates in in-house and external training and learning activities as directed by Mentor.
  • Learns to work cooperatively and efficiently as a member of the project team as assigned by the Project Lead or Mentor.
  • Understands and follows safe work practices.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

Qualification/ Certification:

  • Bachelor’s level degree in Civil, Structural or related disciplines.

Skills Requirement:

  • Basic knowledge of floating offshore engineering concepts and ability to apply knowledge to complex problems.
  • Computer skills and application of software programs.
  • Ability to interpret offshore codes, regulations, and practices.
  • Ability to develop effective planning, project, and organizational skills.

Communication:

  • Oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Engineering Services

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