HR Generalist

Stress Engineering Services Inc. (SES) is a premier provider of engineered solutions and professional engineering consulting services across all engineering disciplines and has been serving clients since 1972. Over the last 50 years, we have built a sound reputation of unsurpassed technical excellence and superior customer service by employing highly trained and experienced professionals with the highest standard of performance. Approximately 80% of current SES business is repeat or direct referral, a testament to our commitment to quality. We take on some of industry’s most difficult problems, utilizing approximately 275 employees, including 155 engineers across offices in Houston; Cincinnati; Waller, TX; and Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

The HR Generalist will provide comprehensive administrative support to the HR team while ensuring the efficient execution of HR tasks. This role requires a proactive and resourceful individual with a strong understanding of HR processes, excellent interpersonal skills, and a high level of professionalism in handling confidential data.

This is an in-office position. 

• Provide proactive and efficient administrative support to HR team members, ensuring smooth operations and excellence in task execution.
• Assist with the coordination of seamless onboarding experience for new hires and conduct professional, insightful exit interviews to support continuous improvement.
• Assist with immigration paperwork and compliance.
• Support the preparation and execution of the performance review process.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Recommend and implement new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve department efficiency.
• Manage and maintain accurate HRIS records, including document filing and scanning, to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
• Oversee and ensure the accurate processing of weekly timesheets.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of HR projects and initiatives, contributing to the successful completion and alignment of organizational goals.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• General understanding of HR processes, practices, and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proven ability to handle confidential data with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in maintaining detailed records and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.

Special physical requirements for this job include:

• Ability to climb and ascend at least one flight of stairs multiple times per day.
• Occasional need to lift up to 15 pounds.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist or Coordinator.

Stress Engineering Services, Inc. has facilities in the following locations:

• Houston, Texas
• Waller, Texas
• Cincinnati, Ohio
• Calgary, AB, Canada

There will be occasional need to travel to the various locations or potential future company locations.

Stress Engineering Services is an independent, employee-owned engineering firm.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.