Structural Designer

Job Title: Senior Structural DesignerJob Description

The Senior Structural Designer plays a key role in developing 3D models and detailed design drawings for heavy industrial and power plant projects. This position focuses on structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork, and involves preparing layouts and conceptual designs, reviewing vendor fabrication drawings, supporting cost estimates, and coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors. The role requires extensive field interaction through site walk-downs to verify existing conditions and ensure constructability, as well as strong proficiency in AutoCAD and structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and detailed 3D models and design drawings for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork in heavy industrial and power plant settings.

• Prepare layouts and conceptual structural designs that align with project requirements and industry standards.

• Review vendor shop fabrication drawings for structural components to ensure compliance with design specifications and constructability.

• Prepare material takeoffs and assist with the development of cost estimates for structural work.

• Coordinate design activities and deliverables with other engineering disciplines, clients, and contractors to maintain alignment and resolve design issues.

• Perform site walk-downs to verify field conditions, gather design data, and address constructability concerns.

• Develop clear, concise, and comprehensive drawing notes that communicate design intent and construction requirements.

• Utilize AutoCAD and preferred structural software tools to produce high-quality drawings and models.

• Collaborate effectively as part of a project team while also working independently to meet deadlines and quality standards.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with plant staff, design engineering teams, and vendors to support successful project execution.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural design for heavy industrial and/or power plant projects.

• Strong background in structural design and structural engineering principles, including structural analysis for steel and reinforced concrete.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD for creating detailed structural drawings and models.

• Experience producing 3D models for structural applications.

• Ability to prepare layouts and conceptual designs for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork.

• Experience reviewing vendor shop fabrication drawings for accuracy and compliance with design requirements.

• Capability to prepare material takeoffs and assist with cost estimating for structural work.

• Skill in coordinating design work with multiple disciplines, clients, and contractors.

• Ability to perform site walk-downs for field verification and constructability review.

• Strong written communication skills to produce clear and concise drawing notes.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff, and vendors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft/Bentley structural design software and/or Advanced Steel structural software.

• Experience using Bentley MicroStation for structural design and drafting.

• background in steel and concrete detailing.

• Familiarity with layout design, material takeoffs, fabrication drawings, and cost estimating processes.

• Experience conducting walk-downs in industrial or power plant environments.

Work Environment

This position is based onsite at an Energy Center in a heavy industrial and power plant environment. Work is performed in and around operational facilities where structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork systems are prevalent. The role involves a combination of office-based design work using AutoCAD and structural software, and field work that includes site walk-downs for verification and constructability reviews. Team members collaborate closely with plant staff, engineering disciplines, and contractors in a professional, safety-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $46.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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