Senior Structural Designer - 3D CAD (Hybrid)

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Arvada (CO); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

401K and ESPP

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil/Structural Designer III to create 3D CAD models and construction drawings for energy, renewables, and water projects. Work follows engineer sketches and industry standards to ensure accurate, readable drawings.

The role requires 4–10 years of design and drafting experience, with oil & gas exposure a plus, and a hybrid in-office schedule at our Arvada, CO location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; post-secondary training preferred.
• 4–10 years’ experience in design, drafting and modeling.
• Experience in oil and gas facilities and refineries is a plus.
• Proficiency with current engineering design and drafting software packages.
• Spreadsheet and database proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Generate 3D foundation and structural steel models with minimal supervision.
• Interpret engineer sketches to produce drawings.
• Create foundation plans with coordinates.
• Develop concrete foundation plans and reinforced sections.
• Produce structural steel design plans and sections with reinforcement details.
• Submit revisions to existing drawings clearly and concisely.
• Coordinate design efforts with other disciplines; resolve conflicts.
• Possess knowledge of site grading and erosion/sediment control drawings.
• Track project schedule and budget; anticipate manpower changes.
• Initiate change orders for scope changes.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Drafting

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary training

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Engineering design software

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil/Structural Designer III to create 3D CAD models and construction drawings for energy, renewables, and water projects. Work follows engineer sketches and industry standards to ensure accurate, readable drawings.

The role requires 4–10 years of design and drafting experience, with oil & gas exposure a plus, and a hybrid in-office schedule at our Arvada, CO location.