Entry Structural Drafter

Kids for the Future; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Career growth

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Entech Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Structural Designer to join the Civil and Environmental Resources team in Reading, PA. In a full-time role, you will create precise, constructible designs for municipal water and wastewater projects, collaborating with engineers and architects.

You will assist with working plans, drawings, and 3D models using AutoCAD, Revit, and related tools, while developing your drafting skills under senior guidance and growing with the team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training in a related field.
• 0–2 years of engineering design or drafting experience.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD; exposure to 3D design software is preferred.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and drafting practices.
• Proficiency with Windows OS and MS Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing accurate working plans and drawings for municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Support process diagrams and P&IDs under senior staff.
• Coordinate with team to obtain technical information and vendor data.
• Participate in site visits to collect field information and provide support.
• Maintain organized files and incorporate redlines and QC comments.

Skills

Revit

Bluebeam

GIS

Equipment selection software

Reading construction drawings

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical, Civil, Environmental or related technical discipline

Equivalent technical training

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Job description

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Description

Are you a detail-oriented structural design professional with a passion for creating practical, high-quality designs that make an impact? We’re looking for an experienced Structural Designer to join our Civil and Environmental Resources team. In this full-time role, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and architects to deliver precise, constructible designs for a variety of industrial, municipal, and renovation projects.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure and environmental projects, while continuing to grow your technical expertise and leadership skills within a supportive, team-focused environment. If you thrive on solving complex design challenges and want to play a key role in shaping resilient, sustainable structures, we’d love to hear from you.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with designing and preparing accurate working plans, charts, scale drawings, and revisions for municipal water and wastewater projects using established engineering drafting methods and AutoCAD
• Support the development and interpretation of process flow diagrams and P&IDs under the direction of senior designers and engineers
• Coordinate with project team members to obtain technical information, equipment data, catalog cuts, and vendor information.
• Participate in site visits to collect field information and provide technical support to the Project Manager and design team
• Maintain organized project files and incorporate redlines, markups, and quality-control comments accurately and on schedule

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Coursework or internship experience related to municipal water, wastewater, civil infrastructure, or process design.
• Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, GIS, or third-party equipment selection software.
• Prior experience reading construction drawings or supporting field documentation.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• This position is intended as a developmental design role with regular guidance from experienced designers, engineers, and project
  managers.
• Assignments increase in complexity as technical proficiency and knowledge of company standards grow.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent technical training.
• 0-2 years of professional or internship experience in engineering design, drafting, construction, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; exposure to 3D design software such as Plant 3D is preferred.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, plans, sections, details, and standard drafting practices.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based operating systems and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn company standards, workflows, and municipal water/wastewater designpractices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a team, manage multiple assignments, and meet established deadlines.
• Valid driver's license.

Summary

Entech Engineering, Inc. (Entech) is a versatile engineering consulting firm specializing in water, wastewater, energy consumption, civil, natural gas, and environmental planning and design services. Our team of professionals works together to find innovative, high-quality solutions for current and potential problems, serving clients such as municipalities, utilities, universities, hospitals, and more.

Our mission is to help our clients make more informed decisions. However, our impact goes beyond that. We strive to enhance built and natural environments, improving our communities and planet.

Join our team and become an essential part of our commitment to delivering high-quality water and sewer infrastructure services. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and gain valuable industry insights while contributing to improving local communities.

What we offer:

• Employee experience: We strive to create a positive, unrivaled employee experience, offering a dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters long-term satisfaction.
• Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employees.
• Support: We provide our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Employee feedback and input are encouraged and considered.
• Trust: We trust our employees’ ability to do what they’re great at. Alternatively, our employees trust Entech’s transparency and ethical practices.
• Recognition: We value our employees and recognize their contributions to our success through recognition programs, employee spotlights, and opportunities for advancement.
• Growth and development: We are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We encourage our employees to learn continuously, and we invest in training and professional development opportunities.
• Balance: We believe in creating a positive work culture that supports the well-being of our employees, both personally and professionally.
• Connection: We provide several opportunities for employees to connect through our Employee Association, Women’s Leadership Group, Young Professionals Group, and professional associations.
• Compensation: We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(K) with employer contributions, paid annual leave, compensatory time off, and performance bonuses. Additionally, when Entech thrives financially, so do our employees.

It won’t take long to see why the Central Penn Business Journal has recognized us as one of the “Great Places to Work.”