Structural Designer | CAD/BIM & ESOP Opportunity

Encorus Group; Village of Depew (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Encorus Group is seeking an experienced Structural Designer to join our Design team in Western New York. You will develop layouts, drawings, and design documentation from concepts through final deliverables, collaborating with structural engineers and project managers to meet project needs.

A successful candidate will bring strong drafting expertise, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and the ability to manage multiple projects while traveling to project sites and mentoring other designers to

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree in Design Technology, Drafting, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional drafting experience, including at least 3 years in structural design.
• Professional drafting experience with AutoCAD; experience with Revit and other CAD/BIM software preferred.
• Working knowledge of structural systems, building materials, construction methods, and structural engineering design principles.
• Experience interpreting structural plans, sections, details, and engineering specifications.
• Willingness to learn and work with CAD/BIM software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering design technologies.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to translate engineering concepts into accurate, detailed design documents.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines and work effectively with engineers, project managers, and other design professionals.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments, anticipate project needs, manage priorities, and provide technical guidance to other drafting staff.
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to company offices and project sites in Western New York, with occasional out-of-state travel.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment background checks and comply with drug screening requirements, including pre-employment and random testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and coordinate structural design drawings and documentation in support of engineering projects.
• Serve as a technical resource to structural engineers and project managers by applying structural design knowledge and experience to interpret engineering requirements and develop practical design solutions.
• Work closely with engineering staff to understand project needs, anticipate design requirements, and identify potential design conflicts or improvements.
• Develop structural layouts, details, sections, and construction drawings for a variety of building and structural systems.
• Coordinate design drawings and documentation across multiple engineering disciplines to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Apply knowledge of applicable building codes, industry standards, and project specifications to support compliant design deliverables.
• Manage multiple projects and assignments, working independently while maintaining established schedules, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Follow established company drafting and design standards and assist in developing or improving procedures and practices as needed.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to other drafting and design staff.
• Participate in field visits as needed to gather project information, verify existing conditions, and support design development.
• Review design deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and coordination prior to submission.
• Assist project managers and engineering staff with design development, project documentation, and other project-related responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma; Associate degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Encorus Group is seeking an experienced Structural Designer to join our Design team in Western New York. You will develop layouts, drawings, and design documentation from concepts through final deliverables, collaborating with structural engineers and project managers to meet project needs.

A successful candidate will bring strong drafting expertise, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and the ability to manage multiple projects while traveling to project sites and mentoring other designers to