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Senior Structural Designer

4P Consulting Inc

Title: Senior Structural Designer (20 years)
Location- Birmingham, AL
Client- Alabama Power
Contract- 2 Years


Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Structural Designer II with 20+ years of heavy industrial and/or power plant design experience . This role will support structural design activities involving structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork , including 3D modeling, design drawings, material takeoffs, vendor drawing reviews, and field verification.

The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD experience, a solid structural detailing background, and the ability to work effectively with engineers, plant personnel, contractors, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop 3D models and design drawings for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and/or ductwork.
  • Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, and detailed structural drawings.
  • Review vendor and shop fabrication drawings for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare material takeoffs and assist with project cost estimates.
  • Coordinate structural design activities with other engineering disciplines, clients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Perform site walkdowns to verify existing conditions and obtain field information.
  • Evaluate constructability and resolve field/design issues.
  • Incorporate engineering comments, field data, and design changes into drawings and models.
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and concise drawing notes and documentation.
  • Support design quality, safety, and project schedule requirements.
Required Qualifications
  • 20+ years of structural design experience in heavy industrial, power generation, or similar facilities.
  • Strong proficiency with AutoCAD .
  • Experience designing and detailing:
    • Structural steel
    • Reinforced concrete
    • Industrial structures and/or ductwork
  • Experience preparing engineering drawings, layouts, and material takeoffs.
  • Experience reviewing fabrication and vendor shop drawings.
  • Ability to perform field walkdowns and support constructability reviews.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong 3D modeling experience .
  • Experience with Bentley/Microsoft-based design tools and/or Advance Steel .
  • Steel and concrete detailing background.
  • Previous power plant or utility engineering experience.

Key Skills

Structural Design | AutoCAD | 3D Modeling | Structural Steel | Reinforced Concrete | Advance Steel | Bentley | Steel Detailing | Concrete Detailing | Ductwork | Material Takeoffs | Shop Drawing Review | Field Walkdowns | Constructability | Power Plant Design | Heavy Industrial
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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