Structural Designer

Garver Engineering; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering in College Station, Texas, is seeking a Structural Designer to join their Water Design team. The ideal candidate will develop and detail Revit 3D models and construction drawings for water and wastewater facilities projects, working closely with structural engineers.

This role leverages the latest BIM technology and ensures high-quality deliverables across various treatment facilities. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Revit are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural drafting/design experience, preferably in water/wastewater.
• Strong understanding of structural construction drawings and structural systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain structural Revit 3D models with autonomy.
• Prepare detailed structural drawings for concrete, steel, and masonry systems.
• Assist in model coordination and clash detection using BIM tools.

Skills

Structural drafting/design experience

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit

Good communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, BIM, Engineering Technology

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam software

Job description

Structural Designer

College Station, Texas

As a member of our growing Water Design team, the Structural Designer will develop and detail Revit 3D models and construction drawings for water and wastewater facilities projects, collaborating closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support the design and delivery of treatment plants, pump stations, and related facilities.

This role is central to project delivery through our offices and utilizes the latest BIM technology, predominantly Revit software to produce high-quality structural models and drawings. Typical projects include reinforced concrete basins, tanks, process structures, equipment foundations, and building structures within treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain structural Revit 3D models with moderate to high autonomy
• Prepare plans, sections, and detailed structural drawings for concrete, steel, and masonry systems
• Assist in model coordination and clash detection using BIM tools
• Produce construction documents in coordination with engineers and project teams
• Incorporate field data, redlines, and as-built information into models and drawings
• Work as a team player with technicians and designers across disciplines to execute projects and develop detailed design drawings
• Arrange necessary resources for file sharing and communication to effectively share design files across the company or with clients, sub‑consultants, and contractors
• Maintain strong communication with engineers and project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and avoid conflicts
• Ensure quality compliance, including QA/QC, to adhere to company standards

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, BIM, Engineering Technology, or related field
• 5+ years of structural drafting/design experience (water/wastewater preferred)
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required); AutoCAD experience is a plus
• Experience with reinforced concrete, masonry building, and structural steel detailing
• Strong understanding of structural construction drawings and structural systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of water or wastewater treatment specific structural design
• Experience using Bluebeam software
• Experience with file sharing protocols and other methods of file transfer
• Good communication and training skills (verbal and written)
• Associate degree or higher with a focus on CAD/BIM
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM360 file sharing software

Equal Employment Opportunity

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.