Designer, Structural Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team has an opportunity available for a Structural Engineering Designer / Specialist who has extensive experience modeling and designing a variety of facilities and structures. 

As a member of our employee-owned team, you will collaborate with an in-house and fully integrated team of multi-discipline professionals to prepare detailed drawings using Revit as well as AutoCAD for Class I, short line, and passenger railroads across the country. Our services include design and repair of maintenance facilities, locomotive fueling stations, bulk handling structures, administration buildings, and a variety of other unique structures that are essential to railroad operations. 

In this position, you will lead the internal effort to develop, implement, and maintain structural standards and processes in Revit for the Rail division, including the use of Revit Families. You will be engaged in the full life cycle of projects by creating base files, preparing construction documents, and picking up redline drafting made by other team members. In addition, you will assist with structural system layout, multi-discipline coordination, and clash detection reviews. On occasion, you may assist with field verifications of existing facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field of study.
• Minimum of four years of progressive structural drafting and modeling experience.
• High proficiency with Revit to produce construction documents, graphic presentations, and 3D renderings; Strong knowledge on how to create Revit families and prior experience developing standard processes and details for use by a larger design team.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD to produce construction documents and basic renderings.
• Strong working knowledge of building systems, construction methods / practices, the preparation and assembly of construction documentation, and interpretation of construction plans.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans and models to assist with project coordination.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to apply effective verbal and written communication skills when participating in project team discussions.
• Ability to travel as needed to conduct site assessments / field verifications and perform construction observation tasks; Occasional overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Advantageous Qualifications

• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu software.
• Familiarity with Microstation software.
• Previous experience conducting building surveys and field verifications.
• Previous experience working within a professional service or consulting environment.
• Previous experience drafting and modeling structures and facilities within the railroad, transit, or industrial sectors.

The listed salary range reflects only the starting base pay range for candidates with 4-10 years of related experience in our Bloomington, Minnesota office. Compensation is determined based on technical skills, experience level, and qualifications. Candidates with more experience or different compensation expectations are encouraged to apply. All candidates are evaluated on the full scope of what they bring to the role 

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

100% Employee-Owned 

At TKDA, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 450 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. 

**All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.** TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

*Pre-Employment Screening*

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

***Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies***

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.