Structural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural Designer

Job Description

This Structural Designer role focuses on delivering high-quality structural steel and concrete foundation designs for industrial facilities. You will use Revit and structural analysis tools to develop detailed models and drawings, collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that all designs are safe, efficient, and constructible. The position offers an office-based environment with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after an initial onboarding period.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed structural designs and 3D models for industrial projects using Revit.
• Produce, update, and maintain structural drawings, plans, and details for structural steel and concrete foundations.
• Apply structural design principles to ensure the safety, integrity, and constructability of industrial structures.
• Use structural analysis tools such as RISA to support design decisions and verify structural performance.
• Coordinate with engineers and other design disciplines to integrate structural designs into overall project layouts.
• Review design documents for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project standards, codes, and best practices.
• Incorporate feedback from project teams and revise designs, models, and drawings as required.
• Support the preparation of documentation for project submissions, permitting, and construction.
• Maintain organized project files, models, and drawings in accordance with established company standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of structural design processes, tools, and best practices within the design team.
• Manage multiple design tasks simultaneously while meeting project deadlines and quality expectations.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in Revit for structural or civil design work, with the ability to develop detailed models and drawings.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working within design, preferably in structural steel and concrete foundations.
• Hands-on experience designing concrete foundations for industrial or similar projects.
• Hands-on experience designing structural steel elements and systems.
• Experience in structural design for industrial projects or industrial environments.
• Ability to use structural analysis software such as RISA to support and validate design decisions.
• Solid understanding of structural design principles and industrial facility requirements.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings, construction documents, and design details.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in modeling, drafting, and documentation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Structural or civil design within industrial environments.
• Previous design experience within civil, structural, engineering, or construction disciplines.
• Familiarity with integrating structural models into broader project workflows and coordinated layouts.
• Experience with concrete foundation design and structural steel design beyond basic coursework.
• Previous industrial project experience is a plus.
• Proficiency or familiarity with RISA or similar structural analysis software is a strong plus.
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks concurrently and consistently meet project deadlines.
• Willingness to work in an office-based environment with the option for a hybrid schedule after an initial onboarding period.

Work Environment

The role begins as a fully in-office position for approximately the first one to two months to support onboarding, training, and close collaboration with the design team. After this initial period, the position can transition to a hybrid schedule. Team members typically work in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and select one additional day on site each week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days as appropriate. The work environment is office-based and highly collaborative, centered around the use of design and analysis software such as Revit and RISA. You will work in a professional, project-focused setting alongside engineers and other design professionals, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, coordination, and high-quality deliverables.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Duluth, GA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Duluth,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.