Senior Engineer – Civil/Structural
Location: Mobile, Montgomery, Birmingham AL areas
(Dallas, TX and Little Rock, AR candidates also considered)
Salary: $100,000 to $130,000/year + full benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Hybrid field/office/remote
Travel: ~25% to 30% (short-duration US trips)
About Us
Corrosion Probe, Inc. (CPI) is a national engineering consulting firm specializing in structural and mechanical integrity for critical infrastructure. We help clients solve corrosion, failure, and rehabilitation challenges with practical, data-driven engineering across industrial facilities.
Core Values: People, Passion, Integrity, Innovation
The Role
We're seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to support inspections, assessments, and repair design for fixed equipment and industrial infrastructure. This role supports pulp, paper, chemical, and water/wastewater facilities through onsite evaluations, structural engineering analysis, and clear technical reporting.
What You'll Do
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Conduct structural surveys and evaluations for industrial buildings and infrastructure
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Assess condition of concrete, FRP, and steel tanks/vessels, including chemical masonry construction
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Develop designs for structural steel, concrete, and brick/tile systems
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Investigate corrosion and material-related failures in metallic and non-metallic equipment
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Analyze equipment condition data and apply engineering codes and best practices
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Manage small capital projects for fixed equipment improvements
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Provide QA/QC for new and rehabilitation construction
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Prepare repair specifications and drawing packages
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, chemical, design, project management)
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Prepare technical reports and documentation
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Execute approximately 1,500 billable hours annually
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Work in field environments including confined spaces, ladders/scaffolding, elevated work areas (50'-125'), and industrial facilities with variable conditions
What You Bring
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B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
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5+ years of applied engineering experience, obtained either after completing an accredited degree or through demonstrated equivalent professional practice
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Experience with fixed equipment design, inspection, repairs, and failure modes
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Ability to analyze condition data and develop engineering recommendations
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Ability to meet project deadlines within budgeted hours
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Ability to perform essential field tasks in industrial environments, with safety training and equipment provided
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
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Ability to prepare clear technical reports and communicate findings to clients and internal teams
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Physical ability to perform field tasks such as climbing ladders/scaffolding, lifting up to ~50lbs on occasion, using power tools for sample collection, and working at heights or in confined spaces, with reasonable accommodations as needed
Preferred experience includes holding a PE license, working with FRP systems, and having exposure to the pulp and paper industry. Familiarity with SolidWorks, Abaqus, MathCAD, and AutoCAD is beneficial, as is experience with corrosion assessment and fixed-equipment damage mechanisms.
What We Offer
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100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
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Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave
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401(k) with up to 3% employer contribution
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Company-issued gear (laptop, PPE, branded apparel, etc.)
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Flexible hybrid schedule
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Career development opportunities
Other Requirements
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US and reside in North America for consideration. Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required, and final candidates may be asked to provide redacted technical writing samples. CPI is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.
