Senior Structural Designer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Designer to lead diverse projects in Kansas City. This role involves preparing detailed construction drawings, conducting quality reviews, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with project teams. You will be at the forefront of innovative designs for industrial and manufacturing clients, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance. If you are passionate about structural design and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience in structural design and drafting.
• Expert knowledge in design software and structural discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed construction drawings for various structures.
• Quality review of structural designs and mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Structural Design

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Drafting Technology

Associate Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Excel

Job description

Description

A Senior Structural Designer will lead in various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and structural plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Lead the preparation of detailed construction drawings for steel and reinforced concrete structures using structural specifications, engineering calculations, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures.
• Lead a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Lead design on a variety of projects pertaining to industrial, manufacturing, and other clients ranging from facility modifications to new facilities.
• Quality review 2D drafting and 3D modeling tasks. Design will be prepared using engineering standards and procedures.
• Lead a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.
• Responsible for quality review of structural designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
• Prepare structural calculations. Quality review design codes and specifications related to structural design requirements.
• Design and draft structural elements and details.
• Review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into structural design and layouts.
• Approve all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Train, mentor, and develop less experienced drafting, detailing and design staff members.
• Participate in marketing and client development meetings.
• Responsible for the structural design QA/QC process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 13 years related experience.
• Associate Degree and 14 years related experience.
• 15 years progressive detailing and design experience required.
• Advanced understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Expert knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.
• Expert knowledge in the theory and practices of structural discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 250487

Job Hire Type: Experienced #LI-JNH #A&F