Structural Designer

Structural Designer / Detailer

Overview:

Opportunity for entry-level and senior Structural Designers/Detailers to support the design and detailing of structural steel systems and fabricated components. This role involves creating 2D drawings and 3D models, developing fabrication documents, and supporting projects from concept through installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SDS2, or similar software.

• Develop shop drawings, fabrication drawings, cut lists, and assembly drawings.

• Produce detailing for structural steel components such as:

• Stairs

• Platforms

• Handrails

• Mezzanines

• Support structures

• Perform material takeoffs and maintain project documentation.

• Coordinate with fabrication teams, engineers, customers, and field personnel.

• Support construction and installation by resolving design issues and conducting occasional site visits.

• For senior-level candidates, assist with structural steel and connection design utilizing AISC standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD

• Structural detailing or steel fabrication experience

• Ability to read blueprints and structural drawings

• Experience producing shop drawings and fabrication documents

Preferred:

• SDS2 experience

• Structural steel design experience

• AISC fabrication environment experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in drafting, design, engineering technology, civil, structural, or mechanical engineering

• Welding, fabrication, or industrial construction experience

Work Environment

• Fully onsite position

• Monday–Friday, approximately 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Employee-owned company

• Direct interaction with fabrication shops, field installers, and engineering teams

• Strong opportunity for advancement and leadership growth

• Exposure to a wide variety of industrial and structural projects

Ideal Candidate

Someone who enjoys structural steel design, fabrication, industrial projects, and wants to grow into a well-rounded structural designer while working closely with both engineering and field/construction teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Blanc, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

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 Grand Blanc,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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