Senior structural designer job description
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Senior structural designer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior structural designer job postings.
Sample senior structural designer requirements
- 10+ years of experience in structural design
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and other structural design software
- Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team of structural designers
Sample required senior structural designer soft skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with architects, engineers, and other team members
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Senior structural designer job description example 1
Gannett Fleming senior structural designer job description
- Associate degree or related schooling required
- eight (8) years utility HV substation or power generation design experience is required
- Ability to coordinate with designers and engineers of other disciplines to complete deliverables
- Proficiency with MicroStation & AUTOCAD software's
- Experience with site visits, in order to capture all technical data needed for estimates and execution of related substation project work
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and develop strong internal and external relationships
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks independently
- Working closely with engineers to meet with project timelines for engineering deliverables
- Experience in renewable (Wind & Solar) as asset
- Performing Drafting QA/QC of civil/structural engineering design packages
- 3D modeling experience
At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.
Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE : Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.
Location: Marlton, NJ; St. Louis, MO; Chicago, IL
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Senior structural designer job description example 2
McDermott International senior structural designer job description
Senior Plate Structures Designer - ( 2204564 )
McDermott's CB&I Storage Solutions group is the world's leading and most experienced builder and designer of industrial storage products facilities around the world. Headquartered in the Houston, Texas, CB&I has the global expertise and strategically located operations to provide engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction solutions for our customers' most complex energy projects.
The Senior Plate Structures Designer is responsible for utilizing 2D and/or 3D CAD skills, CB&I engineering and drafting templates and tools to produce and/or check design deliverables; including drawings and bills of material for plate structures and associated foundations, structural, and piping associated with CB&I Storage Solutions' products and services. The role includes working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment where speed and accuracy is essential. Senior Plate Structures Designer is expected to work independently with minimal supervision and may be asked to train or supervise the work of less experienced designers on specific tasks. The role directly reports to the Project Engineer and routinely interacts with other Plate Structures Designers, Plate Structures Engineers and Managers.
Responsibilities
+ Accurately produce assigned detail drawings for customer approval, fabrication, and/or construction per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
+ Ensure drawing details are safe for field erection and use, with constructability in mind.
+ Reliably check and sign off on detail drawings for customer approval, fabrication, and/or construction per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
+ Compare detail drawings and bills of material to as-sold estimate and advise project team of discrepancies and potential changes.
+ Run programs to produce and check detail drawings and bills of material.
+ Forecast how long it will take to do a task - commit to definitive deadlines.
+ Provide mentoring and knowledge transfer to less experienced plate structures designers.
+ Make decisions on project-specific details and advise project team.
+ Generate improvement ideas for tools and workflow associated to the role.
+ Effectively use document management system.
+ Effectively use project team or department collaboration and productivity apps and tools.
**Qualifications**
+ 7 years of relevant experience.
+ High school diploma and at least one year of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
+ Associates Degree or 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
+ Proficient in 2D and/or 3D CAD using platforms such as Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
+ Knowledgeable of steel detailing practices and applicable standard industry conventions.
+ Possesses skills in geometry, trigonometry, unit conversions, quantity take-offs and basic bills of material.
+ Advanced verbal and written communication skill.
**Primary Location** : USA-Illinois-Plainfield
**Job** : Plate Structures
**Employee Status** : Direct / Regular
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Travel** : No
McDermott is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
McDermott's CB&I Storage Solutions group is the world's leading and most experienced builder and designer of industrial storage products facilities around the world. Headquartered in the Houston, Texas, CB&I has the global expertise and strategically located operations to provide engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction solutions for our customers' most complex energy projects.
The Senior Plate Structures Designer is responsible for utilizing 2D and/or 3D CAD skills, CB&I engineering and drafting templates and tools to produce and/or check design deliverables; including drawings and bills of material for plate structures and associated foundations, structural, and piping associated with CB&I Storage Solutions' products and services. The role includes working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment where speed and accuracy is essential. Senior Plate Structures Designer is expected to work independently with minimal supervision and may be asked to train or supervise the work of less experienced designers on specific tasks. The role directly reports to the Project Engineer and routinely interacts with other Plate Structures Designers, Plate Structures Engineers and Managers.
Responsibilities
+ Accurately produce assigned detail drawings for customer approval, fabrication, and/or construction per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
+ Ensure drawing details are safe for field erection and use, with constructability in mind.
+ Reliably check and sign off on detail drawings for customer approval, fabrication, and/or construction per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
+ Compare detail drawings and bills of material to as-sold estimate and advise project team of discrepancies and potential changes.
+ Run programs to produce and check detail drawings and bills of material.
+ Forecast how long it will take to do a task - commit to definitive deadlines.
+ Provide mentoring and knowledge transfer to less experienced plate structures designers.
+ Make decisions on project-specific details and advise project team.
+ Generate improvement ideas for tools and workflow associated to the role.
+ Effectively use document management system.
+ Effectively use project team or department collaboration and productivity apps and tools.
**Qualifications**
+ 7 years of relevant experience.
+ High school diploma and at least one year of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
+ Associates Degree or 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
+ Proficient in 2D and/or 3D CAD using platforms such as Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
+ Knowledgeable of steel detailing practices and applicable standard industry conventions.
+ Possesses skills in geometry, trigonometry, unit conversions, quantity take-offs and basic bills of material.
+ Advanced verbal and written communication skill.
**Primary Location** : USA-Illinois-Plainfield
**Job** : Plate Structures
**Employee Status** : Direct / Regular
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Travel** : No
McDermott is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Senior structural designer job description example 3
Kiewit senior structural designer job description
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit OGC Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit's module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-focused engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering firm serving oil, gas and chemical markets. Our combined staff of engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the LNG, midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-focused engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing oil, gas and chemical team, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPCC delivery model for dynamic process facilities.
Location
This position is based out of our Energy Corridor Office in Houston, TX and typically requires less than 25 percent travel. Opportunities for flexible work are available.
Responsibilities
* Manage engineering design principles and procedures to performing intricate engineering design work.
* Manage other design group team members to review and exchange project information necessary for design and development; utilize project database to request reviews, hold list, requests for information, and other disciplines.
* Develop plans, drawings, and 3D models; verify all designs meet structural quality and design standards.
* Prepare information needed to develop design drawings; create guidelines, checklists and other knowledge base documents, and mentor other team members in design and drafting techniques.
* Lead project meetings, pipe rack meetings, initial and design meetings, and inform managers of project decisions.
* Manage and file master sets, superseded drawings, and original drawings.
Qualifications
* Associate degree or High School diploma + 2 years' experience as a minimum
* 18-25 years' minimum relevant experience.
* Travel < 25% expected.
* Acts independently to determine methods and processes for assignments.
* Trains and leads team of designers as needed.
* Leads team for work with high complexity.
* Work with project team as representative and coordinates work within discipline department.
* Adjusts to varying demands of work and performs well.
* Develops and presents work in well-constructed written and verbal presentations. Clearly conveys messages and ideas, gains understanding.
* Communicates effectively across all departments of organization.
* Works collaboratively across departments and with field to solve problems.
* Supports project teams and departments in a positive and productive manner. Works well with other to accomplish common goals and objectives.
* Experience utilizing a computer-aided drafting program (MicroStation, AutoCAD, GeoPak, NavisWorks, S3D), and basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems.
* Continuously looking for ways to improve processes for customers and makes recommendations for improvements.
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Other Requirements:
* Regular, reliable attendance
* Work productively and meet deadlines timely
* Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
* Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
* Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
* FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Home District/Group: Kiewit OGC Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit's module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-focused engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering firm serving oil, gas and chemical markets. Our combined staff of engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the LNG, midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-focused engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing oil, gas and chemical team, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPCC delivery model for dynamic process facilities.
Location
This position is based out of our Energy Corridor Office in Houston, TX and typically requires less than 25 percent travel. Opportunities for flexible work are available.
Responsibilities
* Manage engineering design principles and procedures to performing intricate engineering design work.
* Manage other design group team members to review and exchange project information necessary for design and development; utilize project database to request reviews, hold list, requests for information, and other disciplines.
* Develop plans, drawings, and 3D models; verify all designs meet structural quality and design standards.
* Prepare information needed to develop design drawings; create guidelines, checklists and other knowledge base documents, and mentor other team members in design and drafting techniques.
* Lead project meetings, pipe rack meetings, initial and design meetings, and inform managers of project decisions.
* Manage and file master sets, superseded drawings, and original drawings.
Qualifications
* Associate degree or High School diploma + 2 years' experience as a minimum
* 18-25 years' minimum relevant experience.
* Travel < 25% expected.
* Acts independently to determine methods and processes for assignments.
* Trains and leads team of designers as needed.
* Leads team for work with high complexity.
* Work with project team as representative and coordinates work within discipline department.
* Adjusts to varying demands of work and performs well.
* Develops and presents work in well-constructed written and verbal presentations. Clearly conveys messages and ideas, gains understanding.
* Communicates effectively across all departments of organization.
* Works collaboratively across departments and with field to solve problems.
* Supports project teams and departments in a positive and productive manner. Works well with other to accomplish common goals and objectives.
* Experience utilizing a computer-aided drafting program (MicroStation, AutoCAD, GeoPak, NavisWorks, S3D), and basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems.
* Continuously looking for ways to improve processes for customers and makes recommendations for improvements.
#LI-TD28
Other Requirements:
* Regular, reliable attendance
* Work productively and meet deadlines timely
* Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
* Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
* Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
* FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024