Civil/Structural Designer III

auduboncorporatecareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon is seeking a Civil/Structural Designer III for our Houston, TX office to design civil/structural equipment, components, structures or systems. The role includes creating detailed drawings, BOMs and specs, and performing basic calculations.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years’ experience, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, CADWorx, PDMS) and field experience in offshore or process industries. This on-site position emphasizes collaboration with clients and team members while upholding HSSE standards.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s Degree from a technical institution preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience preferred.
• AutoCAD software experience required.
• CADWorx and PDMS software experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.
• Small project lead experience required.
• Medium/Large project lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings.
• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
• Perform basic calculations and trigonometry functions as needed.
• Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
• Prepare BOM and specifications when drawings are complete.
• Implement revisions and change control per company standards.
• Assemble information and reference drawings from multiple sources.
• Design components or portions of systems and modify existing designs.
• Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to create layouts of civil/structural systems.
• Create technical specifications to facilitate procurement, fabrication and installation.
• Interact with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Adhere to HSSE standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Small project lead

Medium/Large project lead

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Reading drawings/markups

Offshore oil & gas knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

PDMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
• Prepare bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete. Revise drawings and BOM 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.
• 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 technical specifications to facilitate the procurement, fabrication, and installation of components.
• 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 required to complete project deliverables within approved project scope and schedule.
• 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.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years’ of experience preferred.
• AutoCAD software experience required.
• CADWorx and PDMS software experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.
• Small project lead experience required.
• Medium/Large 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.
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to read and understand drawing markups to determine drafting requirements.
• Ability to utilize conventional drafting tools and CAD software to execute drafting requirements.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled