Senior Structural Designer - Santa Maria, CA

Stantec; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Structural Designer in Santa Maria, CA to manage small and medium projects independently and lead larger ones. The designer will evaluate engineered systems and collaborate with various teams on project execution.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, relevant experience, and a strong grasp of structural codes. Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and a Professional Engineering license are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related work or equivalent education.
• Requisite knowledge of structural design codes and standards.
• Healthcare experience and OSHPD/HCAI knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete calculations and drawings for projects independently.
• Lead junior engineers in complex projects.
• Perform Construction Administration duties.

Skills

Strong knowledge of structural systems

Ability to communicate concepts effectively

Organizational skills

Creativity and critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Professional Engineering license

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office suite

CSI, RISA, RAM software

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec is in search of Senior Structural Designer in Santa Maria, CA to work independently on small and medium projects, and as a team leader of larger projects responsible for work of Structural Designers. The Senior Structural Designer will be able to evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project.

Your Responsibilities

• Independently complete calculations and drawings for small and medium projects
• Development of job specific specifications independently for less complex projects
• Lead junior engineers in complex projects
• Works with and coordinates with architectural interiors, and other engineering disciplines
• Independently perform Construction Administration duties including completing field observations reports, responding to RFIs, submittal reviews, and evaluating contractor change orders
• Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Communicate design issues and solutions with the design team and Owner clients
• Understanding industry standard design processes and understanding of construction means and methods
• Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects to clients on time, on budget, and at a high level of client service
• Nurtures existing client relationships.
• Assist with development of design standards

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, seismic design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and in team settings
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
• Healthcare experience is preferred, specific knowledge with OSHPD/HCAI is preferred
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of related work and/or an equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Engineering license is required, Structural Engineering license is preferred
• Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit)
• Experience with general business software (Microsoft Office suite)
• Experience with industry standard Structural Engineering software (CSI, RISA, RAM, etc.)

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.