Structural Designer

Job Description

Title: Structural Designer

Location: Cleveland, OH or Middleburg Heights, OH

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Position Overview

The Senior Structural Designer is responsible for developing detailed structural designs, drawings, and plans for industrial projects, including tanks, pipe racks, foundations, and other infrastructure. This role works closely with engineers and project managers to ensure designs meet project specifications, applicable codes, and industry standards. The Senior Structural Designer applies established design techniques, procedures, and criteria to assigned projects. This includes determining design criteria, establishing drawing sequences and presentation, sizing structural components, developing sketches and design concepts, and defining material quantities and equipment specifications. The position requires the ability to independently complete moderate to complex design assignments while addressing design issues throughout the project lifecycle.

Core Responsibilities

• Independently complete structural layouts for simple to complex industrial projects.
• Develop detailed structural drawings and design documents based on project requirements and engineering specifications.
• Determine appropriate section cuts, details, and standard structural sections.
• Update P&IDs and coordinate design information as required.
• Detail non-standard conditions and perform basic calculations, measurements, and material takeoffs.
• Establish design criteria and determine the appropriate sequence of work.
• Prepare drawings, material quantities, equipment specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Review drawings for errors, inconsistencies, and design issues and make necessary corrections.
• Communicate design concerns and discrepancies to the appropriate engineering personnel.
• Produce complete drawings for moderate to complex structural design projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other design disciplines to resolve design issues.
• Address and resolve structural design issues from initial planning through the construction phase.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable project specifications, industry standards, and building codes.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in drafting, structural design, architecture, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and structural design tools.
• Proficiency with Autodesk products such as AutoCAD, Revit, AEC, and CADWorx/CADPIPE or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of structural design principles and the ability to develop structural frameworks for industrial facilities and infrastructure.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, sketches, and project documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate design documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Ability and willingness to learn, interpret, and apply applicable industry codes and standards, including:
  • International Building Code (IBC)
  • ACI 318
  • AISC
  • ASCE 7
• Ability to research applicable codes and standards and apply them under appropriate engineering guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple design assignments and meet project schedules and deadlines.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Robert Cicciarelli

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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