Structural Designer

Paul J. Ford and Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance, short‑/长期

Paid holidays, vacation and sick time

Paid time off to volunteer

Paid maternity/paternity leave

401(k) savings program

Overtime paid at straight time

Frequent social events and lunches

Employee Assistance Program

Jury Duty Leave

Wellness Program

Allstate Critical Illness, Accident &癌

Job summary

Paul J. Ford & Company in Columbus, OH seeks a Structural Designer to provide design and technical support for structural projects under licensed engineers.

You will develop drawings and calculations for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures, and ensure deliverables meet codes, budgets, and timelines. With a BS in engineering (ABET-accredited) and strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, you will collaborate across teams, review design drawings, and participate in

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• EI certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis using codes and engineering principles.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, and specifications for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.
• Coordinate with engineers, CAD technicians, clients and project managers to ensure deliverables.
• Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and QA/QC compliance.
• Support cost estimates, schedules, and project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings with internal teams and clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred or ability to obtain

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

A roadmap for employee success and long-term commitment.

The formula is simple – support professional development, recognize successes, provide flexibility, offer exceptional perks, invest in cutting edge technology and create a fun workplace.
Culture establishes the reasons people want to work at a company. Happy employees are loyal employees. With an extremely low turnover rate, meaningful employee perks and an enjoyable atmosphere, Paul J. Ford & Company has been regularly recognized as a top place to work. When employees were surveyed and asked about company culture, they used the following words to describe it, family-oriented, fun, supportive, collaborative, teamwork, relaxed and community.

With a first-class benefits package and unmatched employee perks, the company promotes a fun atmosphere that treats employees well to facilitate success.

• Medical, dental and visioninsurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Paid holidays, vacation and sicktime
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• 401(k) savings program
• Engineers are paid straight time for overtime
• Frequent social events and employee lunches
• Employee Assistance Program
• Jury Duty Leave
• Wellness Program
• Allstate Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer Insurance

Professional Development

As a professional services firm, we understand that clients don’t hire a company, they hire people. We recognize that our greatest asset is our employees, so we want to continually invest in them by offering:

• Paid professional license fee – the company pays for engineers to take the professional engineering exam and offers a monetary bonus when passed
• Paid professional membership dues – the company encourages and pays for memberships in professional associations
• Continuing education – the company provides educational resources and training to further knowledge for not only engineering practices but also business fundamentals
• Tuition reimbursement - the company reimburses tuition expenses up to 10% of employee's salary or $5,000 whichever is less with maximum lifetime reimbursement of $25,000
• Cross Training – the company encourages engineers to learn new specialized skills through cross-training among our three market groups

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Working hard today should include planning for the future. Paul J. Ford & Company makes saving for retirement easy. Since 1994, the firm has been an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company and became 100% employee owned in 2015. As an ESOP, our employees have a direct stake in the company, a position that they do not take lightly. In the role of employee owners, we are empowered to react quickly and make decisions in the best interest of our clients.
Employees are automatically enrolled in the ESOP which is driven by the profitability of the company and not by employee contributions. Basically, employees get significant benefits at no cost to them.
Historically, ESOP funds have provided a higher rate of return than other retirement plans which means higher employee balances. Research has also shown that ESOP companies are more profitable, grow faster, have more productive employees and ultimately a lower employee turnover rate.

Position:Structural Designer

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Id:316

# of Openings:1

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Structural Designer provides design and technical support for structural. Working under the supervision of licensed engineers, this role performs structural design and analysis, prepares drawings and specifications, and assists in developing innovative, safe, and cost-effective structural solutions. The Structural Designer collaborates closely with project teams to ensure deliverables meet quality standards, codes, budget, timeframe and client expectations.

• Perform structural design and analysis using appropriate codes, standards, and engineering principles.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, and specifications for projects involving steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.
• Utilize computer-assisted engineering design software and equipment to develop and document structural designs.
• Coordinate with engineers, CAD technicians, clients, project managers and other disciplines to ensure complete and accurate project deliverables.
• Research design options and materials; assist with developing technical solutions that meet client and project requirements.
• Review and check design drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance following established QA/QC procedures.
• Support preparation of cost estimates, schedules, and project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain professional communication with internal teams and external clients.
• Maintain organized project files, documentation, and calculations in accordance with company standards.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and efficient work environment.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures as stated in the current PJF Employee Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Corporate planning contributes to or supports planning activities that affect the entire organization. Department planning entails establishing specific goals, budgets, staffing plans, and timelines that align with the department’s objectives.
• Support engineering goals and project planning through timely, accurate, and coordinated design deliverables.
• Assist with preparation of design schedules, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Contribute to team initiatives that improve efficiency and design quality.

Business Development – Marketing and Sales.

Process of identifying, creating, and expanding opportunities that drive growth.

• Support proposals and RFP responses through technical expertise, preliminary design concepts and calculations.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and assist in identifying repeat business opportunities.

Project Administration.

Coordinate, organize, and support projects to ensure they are complete, on time, within scope, and on budget. Focuses on administrative, documentation, and communication that enable teams to work efficiently and achieve objectives.

• Coordinate, organize, and support engineering tasks to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Maintain organized project files and contribute to consistent document management practices.

Technology.

Application of technical knowledge and the use of specialized tools, software, or systems are required to perform job tasks efficiently and meet organizational goals.

• Perform structural design and analysis using engineering design software.
• Stay current with software updates and apply new features effectively.
• Utilize modeling software to develop plans, sections, and details.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC).

The process and inspections used to ensure that all work meets established standards, specifications, and client requirements through the prevention, detection, and correction of errors.

• Review work for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Revise drawings and designs based on redlines, ensuring corrections are implemented accurately and use feedback to improve future work quality.
• Participate in maintaining project QA/QC documentation and standards.

Human Resources and Office Management.

Supports the organization's resources and facilitates smooth administrative operations, enabling efficient operations.

• Support the creation and maintenance of training materials to help onboard and develop other engineers.
• Participate in cross-training and interdepartmental collaboration to support project delivery and assist with managing workloads.
• Assist with onboarding coordination, timesheet completion, and training documentation as needed.

Continuing Education

Annual training programs that support company objectives and employee growth.

• Pursue opportunities for professional growth through training, webinars, and seminars.
• Work toward obtaining Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Stay informed of changes in codes, materials, and emerging technologies relevant to structural design.

Special Project and Assignments

• Assumes responsibilities for special assignments delegated by the Director of Engineering.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Working knowledge of structural engineering calculations.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• This job is essentially a sedentary role; however, standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, stooping or kneeling, talking, and hearing are required.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Due to the collaborative nature of this position and accessibility for in-house and on-site client meetings, it is essential that the work be performed in the office and during regular business hours.
• Some travel may be required. The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and the risk of electrical shock.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Enhancing society through innovative engineering solutions.