Structural Design Technician

CEC Corporation; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm based in Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking a skilled technical professional to assist in the creation of detailed drawings for bridge components including decks and beams. The candidate should be proficient in AutoCAD and possess strong organizational and mathematical skills. The role requires collaboration with other engineers to ensure quality control and adherence to safety standards. This full-time position offers a fixed schedule and minimal physical activity in a well-equipped office environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Mathematical skills for calculations and basic algebra.
• Organizational skills for task prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed dimensional drawings for bridge components.
• Calculate dimensions and specifications.
• Ensure QC/QA procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers.

Skills

Technical capacity

Problem solving

Thoroughness

Personal computer skills

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under licensed professional engineer supervision, utilizes computer software to create detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts, including, but not limited to, plan and elevation views, typical sections, details, and schedules, for the construction of bridge components, such as decks, steel and concrete beams, bearings, piers, and abutments, which are preliminarily designed by others.
• Calculates dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities using calculator or computer.
• Participates in and ensures QC/QA procedures are followed. Maintains accurate design standards and procedures in assigned work.
• Cooperates and coordinates with other engineers, designers, and technicians on project activities.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Technical capacity
• Problem solving/analysis
• Thoroughness

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One year certificate from college or technical school or six months to one year related experience and/or training.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency preferred.
• English language skills: ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning skills: ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Organizational skills: ability to prioritize and organize tasks; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Remote connectivity device with data plan sufficient for company requirements, such as multi-factor authentication, time and mileage tracking, expense reimbursement, e-mail, and virtual communications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Ability to sit up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to manipulate computer mouse up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to see clearly 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more; ability to identify and distinguish colors; ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Fixed schedule of 40 hours per week between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.