Senior CS Designer III

Onward Resources; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Solutions in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior C&S Designer III to develop initial layouts, oversee CAD revisions, and produce drawings from markups to meet client needs.

The role emphasizes 3D modeling, QA/QC, and coordination with mechanical, electrical, and GIS teams. Travel may be required in support of projects and design reviews.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to understand, communicate and apply engineering concepts.
• Proficient in CAD software and 3D modeling.
• Ability to coordinate designs with mechanical, electrical, and GIS teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently create and modify drawings and 3D models, integrating designer/engineering markups and adhering to company and client standards.
• Prepare and maintain all drawings and standards in full compliance with project and company requirements.
• Perform preliminary QA/QC and checking of all drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure seamless continuity between conceptual and detailed designs.
• Assist in developing design criteria for various projects and proposals.
• Coordinate designs effectively with other disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, and GIS.
• Apply basic engineering concepts and perform calculations to support design packages.
• Guarantee high-quality deliverables and consistently meet project schedules.
• Interface with clients as needed to provide or acquire project information.
• Actively participate in drawing reviews and coordination meetings.
• Strictly follow all corporate safety protocols.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

CAD Software Proficiency

3D Modeling

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

CadWorx Structure

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Google Earth

Job description

Reports To: Lead Civil and Structural Designer

Location: Houston, Texas

Summary:

A Senior C&S Designer III (SD III) is responsible for developing initial layouts, overseeing revisions of existing computer aided design (CAD) files, providing technical assistance to the project team, and creating/manipulating drawings from conceptual markups or verbal instructions to the Company’s or Client’s requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Efficiently create and modify drawings and 3D models, integrating designer/engineering markups and adhering to company and client standards.
• Prepare and maintain all drawings and standards in full compliance with project and company requirements.
• Perform preliminary QA/QC and checking of all drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure seamless continuity between conceptual and detailed designs.
• Assist in developing design criteria for various projects and proposals.
• Coordinate designs effectively with other disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, and GIS.
• Apply basic engineering concepts and perform calculations to support design packages.
• Guarantee high-quality deliverables and consistently meet project schedules.
• Interface with clients as needed to provide or acquire project information.
• Actively participate in drawing reviews and coordination meetings.
• Strictly follow all corporate safety protocols.
• Some travel may be required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong ability to understand, communicate and apply engineering concepts.
• Expert proficiency with CAD and other software packages in standalone configuration as well as network setups (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, CadWorx Structure, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Google Earth).
• Expert ability of modelling in a 3D environment.
• Ability to identify impact of changes on other disciplines and communicate that impact effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to organize and prioritize project workload for self and others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Team player – able to communicate and relate well with others

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to move around the office for daily tasks and meetings, and job site visits, when required.

Onward Solutions offers unprecedented opportunity for career advancement to those who seek reward for excellent performance, sound judgement and strong work ethic. We envision a future where energy and associated infrastructure projects are delivered with unmatched safety, precision, reliability, and integrity. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity, and dedication to high ethical standards echoes throughout our workforce.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, 401k, and PTO.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.