Structural Designer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdes Architecture & Engineering in Lombard, IL seeks a Structural Designer with 2+ years of civil/structural design experience in an engineering consulting context. Field work may be required to clarify client requirements.

You will create and review structural deliverables, mentor junior designers, and coordinate activities between structural and other disciplines using Revit and Navisworks to develop 3D models. This role supports CAD teams and participates in scope development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil/structural design experience in engineering design or drafting.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD; Revit and Navisworks a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities; US work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical responsibilities required of a Structural Designer
• Be eager and open to gaining structural experience from department colleagues
• Perform field walkdowns without assistance with a project team
• Proactively coordinate project activities between Structural and other disciplines
• Create and review project structural deliverables
• Mentor less experienced designers and technicians
• Assist with Scope Development and help maintain Budget Control for the CAD team on projects
• Demonstrate expertise with Valdes' structural engineering work practices
• Demonstrate expertise in using Revit and Navisworks in 3D modeling
• Prepare structural scopes of work and material take-offs
• Develop a refined understanding of construction drawings such as Plans, Sections, Details, and Piping Isometrics
• Continue to develop expertise with prevalent structural industry codes, standards, and practices from a drawing perspective (i.e., AISC, ACI)
• Detail both concrete and steel connections
• Effectively support CAD efforts outside of CSA when necessary
• Perform and support CAD audits

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or higher

Associates degree or higher preferred

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

CAD

Job description

Individual should have two (2) plus years of civil/structural design experience in an engineering consulting company, industrial, manufacturing or oil & gas company. Employee may be required to go out into the field to clarify client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical responsibilities required of a Structural Designer
• Be eager and open to gaining structural experience from department colleagues
• Perform field walkdowns without assistance with a project team
• Proactively coordinate project activities between Structural and other disciplines
• Create and review project structural deliverables
• Mentor less experienced designers and technicians
• Assist with Scope Development and help maintain Budget Control for the CAD team on projects
• Demonstrate expertise with Valdes' structural engineering work practices
• Demonstrate expertise in using Revit and Navisworks in 3D modeling
• Prepare structural scopes of work and material take-offs
• Develop a refined understanding of construction drawings such as Plans, Sections, Details, and Piping Isometrics
• Continue to develop expertise with prevalent structural industry codes, standards, and practices from a drawing perspective (i.e., AISC, ACI)
• Detail both concrete and steel connections
• Effectively support CAD efforts outside of CSA when necessary
• Perform and support CAD audits

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma, Associated Degree or higher preferred
• Experience: 2+ years of experience working in the design or drafting field
• Demonstrate technical competencies required of a Structural Designer
• Detail both concrete and steel connections
• Skillful 2D and 3D CAD expertise
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Revit experience a plus
• Navisworks experience is a plus
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

$58,000 - $110,000 a year

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise.Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.