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Structural Designer - Modular Buildings

Full-time

Mission Critical Group



Mission Critical Group (MCG ) an end-to-end power systems and solutions provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable, resilient infrastructure for mission critical environments. By integrating engineering, manufacturing, modular deployment, and lifecycle services under one platform, we streamline execution and bring complex projects online faster - without compromising performance. With a robust U.S. manufacturing network, MCG supports data centers, power generation, healthcare, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and industrial facilities where uptime is non-negotiable. Mission Critical Group designs, manufactures and provides value-added services for customers requiring critical power solutions. Powering a new electric world for a brighter, more secure future.

Job Description



The Structural Designer transforms complex client structural specifications into precise, production-ready fabrication drawings for modular industrial buildings. This position operates within an embedded project cell, providing dedicated drafting, 3D modeling, and engineering support directly to an assigned Project Manager. The Structural Designer is accountable for the structural integrity, physical layout, and building envelope design of custom modular PDC buildings. Reporting directly to their assigned Project Manager for project deliverables, this role transforms client structural specifications into precise, production-ready fabrication drawings.

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

The following list of responsibilities is not all inclusive, additional projects and/or tasks may be assigned to meet operational needs. MCG retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position should operational needs warrant.  

  • 3D Structural Modeling: Generate detailed 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings of structural steel bases, interlocking wall panels, and roofing systems using CAD/Revit software. 
  • Physical Layout Integration: Design building penetrations and mounting structures for heavy industrial HVAC systems, specialized entry doors, and wall bulkhead plates. 
  • Rigging & Weight Calculations: Calculate total estimated building shipping weights and precise structural centers of gravity (CG) to ensure safe lifting, rigging, and over-the-road transport. 
  • Production Support: Provide rapid structural drafting adjustments and technical clarification to the fabrication floor supervisors to eliminate assembly errors. 

Qualifications



Required Knowledge/Experience:

  • Associate degree or higher in CAD/Drafting, Structural Engineering Technology, or a related technical field. 
  • 3+ years of experience in structural steel detailing or architectural sheet metal modeling using 2D and 3D design platforms. 
  • Ability to calculate geometric tolerances, physical weights, and foundational structural configurations. 

Preferred Experience 

  • Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks tailored to structural fabrications. 
  • Familiarity with modular building codes, structural wind/seismic regulations, and heavy lifting rigging designs. 

Success Measures 

  • Dimensional accuracy of released fabrication drawings, resulting in minimal shop floor rework. 
  • Timely completion of engineering submittal packages against project cell schedule baselines. 
  • Effective collaboration and responsiveness within the assigned project matrix cell. 

Additional Information



A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Vacancy posted 27 days ago
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