Structural Designer

$45-$50 per hour

Birmingham, AL

Contract

Duration: 36 Months

Job Description:

• This position is a support role in the Civil/Structural Engineering group for Clients Technical Share Services organization.

• Daily tasks may include but are not limited to collecting laser scans, performing inspections of various structures, writing reports, working with the engineering teams to ensure company structural assets remain operational and safe, and 3D Modeling and 2D drawing extraction.

Summary of position duties:

• Laser scan data collection and registration using tripod mounted laser scanner to support structural engineer and designer staff

• Perform site inspections and walkdowns of concrete and steel industrial structures, classify findings and write thorough and complete inspection reports in a timely manner

• Write scope and estimate time to perform for various structural inspection activities

• Collaborate with engineering staff to identify and document noncompliant structural and safety items

• Create 3D models and extract 2D drawings to support engineering product deliverables or attachments to inspection reports

• Proficiency with creating AutoCAD steel and concrete drawings for industrial or commercial projects

• Prepare layouts, general arrangement drawings and conceptual designs

• Prepare material takeoffs and assist with cost estimates

• Coordinate work with other disciplines, clients, suppliers, contractors and construction personnel

Job Responsibilities:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in performing site walkdowns and writing reports

• Minimum of 5 years of designing/detailing (concrete/steel) heavy industrial/power generation facilities is a plus

• Additional technical training or experience in OSHA, MSHA or structural inspections is preferred

• Writing technical reports of site walkdown and inspection findings using Microsoft Word

• Experience entering and maintaining findings in databases for retrieval of data at later date

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in laser scanning data collection techniques and registration

• Experience in inspecting structures and/or material handling machinery for damage, deterioration, serviceability, hClientard potential, and safety compliance

• Technical proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, Advance Steel, and FARO SCENE 2023-2025 (or similar), Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Perform structural inspections at extreme heights, man baskets, etc. (Certified operators will be provided by client)

• Experience with site safety requirements including but not limited to the use of PPE, fall protection, confined space procedures, respirator, etc.

• Construction and/or fabrication background preferred

• Effective implementation of MSHA and OSHA safety standards

• Knowledge of structural steel and concrete drawing production

• Proficient with applicable structural design codes and standards, as well as federal, state and regulatory requirements

• Ability to communicate at all levels and all design disciplines

• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills

• High level of initiative and a strong motivator with excellent interpersonal skills

• Self-starter with good organization skills and ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.

About US Tech Solutions:

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US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.