Principal Structural Designer

WorleyParsons; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

WorleyParsons is looking for a Principal Structural Designer in Reading, PA, to provide structural design and drafting services. You will lead the design process while ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to schedule.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in structural design, particularly in power generation and industrial facilities. Strong skills in software like AVEVA E3D and communication are essential for this role. Responsibilities include overseeing deliverables and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structural design for power generation and industrial facilities.
• Experience in a project leadership role.
• Competent use of relevant software like AVEVA E3D and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural design and drafting services to Worley and its customers.
• Prepare structural steel and reinforced concrete drawings with minimal supervision.
• Act as a lead designer responsible for the quality of deliverables.

Skills

Structural design for power generation

Project leadership

AVEVA E3D

MicroStation V8i

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Structural design codes (IBC, ACI, AISC)

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

2 or 3-year technical diploma in structural design

Job description

Principal Structural Designer (REA00MJ) – Worley

Purpose

You will provide structural design and drafting services to Worley, and its customers, and may provide technical support and supervision within the structural team.

Responsibilities

• Have a full understanding of the project’s scope, overall schedule, deliverables, milestones, manhour budgets, industry standards, applicable codes, and procedures.
• Prepare structural steel and reinforced concrete drawings with minimal supervision and engineering input.
• Develop a complete design drawing package for checking the design drawing package.
• Plan, organize and carry out assignments as required.
• Execute work independently.
• Perform independent audits and reviews of technical work.
• Prepare proposals and estimates, and provide input to scope documents and client presentations.
• Act as a lead designer responsible for the quality of the deliverables and solve complex issues.
• Travel to job sites to perform site walkdowns.
• Interface with other disciplines in developing the drawing package.
• Assist in the preparation of bills of materials.
• Work closely with structural engineers and other disciplines to ensure coordinated design systems.
• Be knowledgeable of client procedures, project procedures, and specifications.
• Identify and request information in the form of a ‘Needs List’ to maintain schedule.
• Use a 3D model (AVEVA E3D/Navisworks) review software to monitor design quality and progress.
• Review and approve deliverables prior to issuance.
• Ensure deliverable verification procedures are followed.
• Read and interpret supplier drawings, construction specifications and schematics.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structural design for power generation and industrial facilities; chemical facilities experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a project leadership role.
• Experience with AVEVA E3D, MicroStation V8i, & AutoCAD.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Effective technical and practical design skills with a record of consistently delivering quality, accurate, and timely work to Worley and its customers.
• Familiarity with structural design codes including IBC, ACI, and AISC.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required

• 2 or 3‑year technical diploma with structural design and drafting specific training.

Preferred

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.