Structural Designer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors is seeking an experienced civil/structural drafter to design complex projects in California. You will prepare drawings, review calculations, and coordinate with engineering teams to ensure accuracy and constructability.

The role requires 8+ years in civil/structural drafting, familiarity with AISC/ACI standards, and proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation. On-site work with competitive compensation and benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD required.
• 8+ years of relevant civil/structural drafting and design experience.
• Knowledge of AISC and ACI standard details.
• Ability to produce drawings for concrete/structural steel and civil disciplines.
• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design of complex civil/structural assignments under supervision.
• Draft civil/structural plans and check drawings for accuracy.
• Coordinate work with teammates and discipline leads.
• Mentor entry level and junior drafters.
• Prepare construction documents and estimates.

Skills

Civil drafting

Structural design

Project coordination

Mentoring

Communication

Cost estimation

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Summary: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of complex civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. Work at this level requires extensive progressive experience in civil/structural design and involves applying advanced design techniques and analysis. This work will be performed under general supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Familiarity with and utilization of department design and drafting standards.Recognizing and communicating project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings.Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.Being knowledgeable of basic civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings.Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility.On-site assistance during startup.Performing field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction.Assisting engineers with cost and material estimates and preliminary design studies.Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering direction, equipment and discipline drawings.Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting personnel in the department.Coordinating & delegating work activities with other teammates and the discipline leads.Producing civil/structural construction scopes with engineering review and approval.Able to serve in role as a mentor for entry level and new teammates.This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.Below is the range that we in good faith believe is the potential compensation for this role at the time of this posting and is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Hargrove’s total compensation package for Teammates. Actual compensation will be based on education, experience, skill set and location.Minimum Salary: $50.00 per hourMaximum Salary: $60.00 per hourIdeal BackgroundEducation: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.Certification: Certification is not required at this level.Experience: This position requires 8+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge and application of AISC and ACI standard details.Ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all civil/structural deliverables.Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project with engineering review and approval.Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.Ability to deliver good presentations of Hargrove Engineers & Constructors services.Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Good presentation skills.Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution support under general supervision. Interoffice execution leadership skills are developing.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove CultureWe work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.