Lead Structural Design Technician – 3D Modeling & Docs

SolveNow Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SolveNow Inc. in the United States is seeking a Career Level Structural Design Technician to develop conceptual and detailed 3D structural models, produce complete plans, and ensure design packages meet client standards.

Hybrid office role within 50 miles of client locations; requires a CAD degree, 5 years drafting in structural field, and 3 years Revit experience; leadership of small teams and cross-discipline coordination are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years drafting/design experience in the structural field.
• Minimum of 3 years Revit experience.
• Strong interpersonal leadership skills and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in development of 3D structural models based on verbal instructions or rough sketches.
• Produce complete sets of structural plans and details.
• Coordinate design efforts with related disciplines.
• Lead small design teams and manage task assignments to meet deadlines.
• Review models and documents for quality and compliance.

Skills

3D modeling

Structural drafting

Team leadership

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Design automation

Education

Associate degree in CAD or equivalent

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Bluebeam

SmartPlant

Tekla

Job description

Structural Design Technician Career Level

About the job Structural Design Technician Career Level

Qualifications:

As a Career Level Structural Designer, you will continue to apply your expertise as a key contributor to the design team, responsible for developing design concepts and producing 2D and 3D deliverables.

As part of this team, you will be responsible for developing conceptual and detailed structural models that support advanced technology manufacturing environments, including semiconductor fabrication and support facilities. You will be responsible for translating engineering input into construction-ready documentation that aligns with both departmental and client standards. You'll apply a high level of precision in your modeling and documentation, regularly reviewing your own work and that of others to uphold quality. You are expected to guide a small team, manage task assignments, monitor progress, and lead coordination efforts across disciplines to ensure successful delivery of design packages. You will be held accountable for delivering accurate, complete, and high-quality work on schedule, with strong attention to detail throughout the design process. You will be given as much responsibility as you are willing to take, and your opportunities for career growth will be limited only by your own motivation, capabilities, and attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proficient in the development of 3D structural models based on verbal instructions or rough sketches
• Produce complete sets of structural plans and details
• Apply department and client standards consistently across models and documents
• Take full ownership of assigned scope and meet schedule and quality requirements
• Highly proficient in verifying completeness and accuracy of own work
• Coordinate design efforts with related disciplines
• Support team members by addressing needs
• Advance design automation skills and embrace emerging technologies
• Review models and documents for quality and compliance
• Ability to lead small design teams:
  • Provide leadership for small packages and guide a small team of designers
  • Coordinate team tasks, balance workloads, monitor progress to ensure deadlines are obtained, and ensure quality standards including clash-adjudicated design
  • Take ownership of internal reviews and lead cross-discipline and external package reviews
  • Attend meetings and actively help resolve concerns and solve problems
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and uphold a Culture of Care

Responsibilities:

Hybrid – office

• This position is considered hybrid and requires you to live within 50 miles of the Client'soffice. You will be expected to work in the office at least two days per week.
• You are expected to provide reliable internet service at home to meet project performance requirements effectively.
• While field walks are uncommon, you must be able to perform them when required. This may involve climbing ladders, crawling under raised access floors, or walking and standing for extended periods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years drafting/design experience in the structural field
• Minimum of 3 years Revit experience
• Strong interpersonal leadership skills and communication skills
• Preferred Qualifications
• 7 years of drafting/design experience in the structural field
• 5 years of Revit experience
• Experience with SmartPlant and Tekla
• Experience using Navisworks and Bluebeam
• Experience designing traditional steel and concrete structures
• Experience with general industrial facilities, preferably semiconductor-related

Comments/Special Instructions:

Candidates can live within 50 miles of any client's office location in the US