Senior Structural Designer - AVEVA E3D Lead

Zachry Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) in Houston Westchase seeks a Principal Civil Structural Designer to drive engineering excellence. The role requires master-level CAD proficiency with AVEVA E3D, and leadership across steel and concrete design teams.

You will produce complex 2D/3D structures, mentor designers, and collaborate with engineers, clients and construction teams to meet codes and project specs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 15+ years of drafting/design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Autodesk or Bentley software; AVEVA E3D/PDMS preferred.
• Proficiency with Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of ACI, AISC, OSHA, IBC codes.
• Ability to lead, train and motivate design teams.
• Solid civil/structural design and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Familiarity with construction standards and Advanced Work Packaging (AWP).
• Excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior designer producing complex structural drawings and models.
• Train and mentor design teams in 2D/3D drawings and standards.
• Create detailed 2D/3D structural designs for steel and concrete systems.
• Prepare preliminary designs and support engineering approvals.
• Lead project design efforts or perform designated checker duties.
• Provide field support including retrofit verifications and as-built docs.
• Conduct internal/external 3D reviews and resolve interferences.
• Ensure QA, project specs and discipline guidelines are followed.
• Collaborate with engineers, clients and construction teams.
• Review vendor shop drawings and construction docs.
• Assist in estimating design/drafting manpower; participate in planning.

Skills

CADD proficiency

Project leadership

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AVEVA E3D/PDMS

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) in Houston Westchase seeks a Principal Civil Structural Designer to drive engineering excellence. The role requires master-level CAD proficiency with AVEVA E3D, and leadership across steel and concrete design teams.

You will produce complex 2D/3D structures, mentor designers, and collaborate with engineers, clients and construction teams to meet codes and project specs in a fast-paced environment.