Structural Designer

Structural Designer

The Power global practice is seeking to hire a Structural Designer. As a Structural Designer, you will assist in various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and structural plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist in preparing detailed construction drawings for steel and reinforced concrete structures using structural specifications, engineering calculations, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures.
• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Assist with design on a variety of projects pertaining to industrial, manufacturing, and other clients ranging from facility modifications to new facilities.
• Assist engineers and designers to perform 2D drafting and 3D modeling tasks. Design will be prepared using engineering standards and procedures.
• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various components and refining rough sketches.
• Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
• Assist with preparing structural calculations. Assist with interpreting and applying design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Design and draft structural elements and details.
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule.
• Assist with schedules, budgets and project criteria into structural design and layouts.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience.
• OR associate degree and 3 years related experience.
• OR 4 years progressive detailing and design experience.
• 7-14 years of experience required
• Basic understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of structural discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Key Skills:

• Able to communicate with engineering team to model objects in a 3d modeling software, and create drawings directly from the model.
• Able to lead a small team of designers on assigned projects,
• able to communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and other disciplines on the projects.
• Able and willing to work with designers around the globe

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.