Civil/Structural Designer II

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies in Houston, TX is seeking a Civil/Structural Designer II, Senior to join our team. You will design civil/structural equipment, components, structures or systems and produce detailed drawings and BOMs for construction deliverables.

The role requires strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, CADWorx, PDMS) and prior experience in oil & gas or related industries. Collaboration with clients and field teams is essential, with field surveys and revisions as part of the job.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience preferred.
• AutoCAD software experience required.
• CADWorx software experience required.
• PDMS software experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.
• Small/Medium project lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete design packages including preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables and engineering calculations.
• Prepare detailed 2D/3D drawings with projections, sections and BOMs.
• Interpret direction to initiate preliminary designs and revisions per engineering changes.
• Perform basic calculations and trigonometry as required for design work.
• Create BOMs and procurement lists; revise drawings and BOMs with changes.
• Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to design civil/structural components and assemblies.
• Produce ECO-related documentation and ensure designs meet company standards.
• Interact with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other consultants.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

PDMS

MS Office

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a Civil/Structural Designer II, Senior to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Civil/Structural Designer, Senior will perform assignments associated with designing civil/structural equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare complete design packages that may include, but not be limited to, preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables as well as engineering calculations.
• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.
• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
• Perform basic calculations and trigonometry functions associated with area, volume, slope (rise & run), etc. using charts and tables, as required, to complete work assignments.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bill of materials (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete. Revises parts, drawings and BOMs consistent with engineering changes.
• Implement revisions and change control per company standards at the direction of senior level designers and engineers.
• Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources
• Continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.
• Determine and initiate drawings/models based on optimal views relative to communicating construction desires as applicable.
• Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions.
• Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
• Review and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Design components or portions of systems, and modify existing designs to develop or improve them.
• Utilize 2D or 3D computer aided design software to create layouts of civil/structural systems, devices and components, and create fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Create documentation required to process Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Utilize engineering sketches, specifications and supporting documents in the designing, detailing, documenting, and verifying of civil/structural parts, subassemblies, assemblies or system configurations.
• Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances and materials necessary for optimal construction.
• Analyze the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems and recommend possible solutions or alternate construction options.
• Produce drawings and deliverables utilizing company standards within project-approved schedule and budget.
• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Perform field data gathering when requested by supervisor or manager.
• Track and maintain a continued awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience preferred
• AutoCAD software experience required
• CADWorx software experience required
• PDMS software experience preferred
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred
• Field experience preferred
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required
• Small/Medium project lead experience preferred
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment
• Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled