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LJB Inc.

Entry-level Structural Engineer - Safety

Location

Houston, TX

Wage

$70,000 – $90,000/yr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on November 2, 2026

Job Description

Overview

LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm founded in 1966, specializing in civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety consulting. They are seeking 2027 Graduates for the Entry-level Structural Engineer position within their Safety team to design fall protection systems.

Responsibilities

  • Document structural systems in existing industrial/commercial/institutional facilities.
  • Design complex fall protection systems using fundamental structural engineering principles.
  • Analyze building components used to support fall protection systems.
  • Prepare calculations detailing engineering design.
  • Perform tasks within Revit and other CAD software.
  • Assist with the preparation of construction documents.
  • Access locations at height and use personal fall protection systems as required.
  • Maintain technical knowledge through training initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering required, with a structural emphasis.
  • New graduate to 3+ years of engineering experience, preferably in fall protection design.
  • CAD experience, preferably with Revit and Bluebeam.
  • Knowledge of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359 is preferred.

Additional Information

  • Willingness to travel (50 to 75% travel) to various US-based locations.
  • Must pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

  • Minimum Salary: $70,000/year
  • Maximum Salary: $90,000/year

Company Name

LJB Inc.

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How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

At roughly $38/hr, this posting sits about 20% above the $32/hr median for welding jobs in Houston, TX — toward the top of a $23–$41/hr middle band drawn from 82 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 70% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

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