Structural Designer / CAD Technician - Mid to Senior Level

Moffatt & Nichol; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Designer / CAD Technician to enhance their Baltimore office. In this pivotal role, you will design and draft detailed drawings for a variety of civil and structural infrastructure projects, including ports, harbors, and urban waterfronts. The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in AutoCAD and have a strong understanding of project workflows. This position offers significant growth potential within a firm recognized for its excellence in engineering and design. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and creativity in solving complex challenges.

Qualifications

• 6 to 15 years of related experience in structural design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with waterfront structural design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate drawings for civil/structural infrastructure projects.
• Transform rough designs into finished working documents.
• Detail structural connections and compute excavation volumes.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Revit

Project Workflows

Material Properties Knowledge

Numeracy Skills

Geometry Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Associates Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol is actively searching for a Structural Designer / CAD Technician to join our Baltimore, MD office located on the Baltimore Harbor waterfront. As the successful new hire, you will design and draft detailed drawings using multiple Computer Aided Design software packages for use in planning, permitting and construction of civil/structural infrastructure projects in the areas of ports and harbors; coastal, environmental, and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation highways, bridges, and rail; buildings; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy. The ideal candidate will have significant growth potential in this position.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate drawings for preliminary and detailed design using company standards
• Transform initial rough designs and mark-ups into finished working documents
• Draft detailed drawings of structures and installations such as cargo terminals, marinas, wharfs, bulkhead walls and coastal structures (beaches, revetments, breakwaters and jetties)
• Detailing/design of structural connections and components with concrete reinforcing focus
• Compute volumes of excavations and fill for dredging and earthmoving projects
• Assist designers and senior technicians with preparation of engineering drawing packages

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• 6 to 15 years of related experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD required
• MicroStation and Civil 3D are strongly preferred; Revit is preferred
• Good understanding of project workflows
• Experience with waterfront structural design preferred
• Knowledge of material properties
• Understanding and application of CAD standards
• Good numeracy, geometry and computer skills
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Physical demands:

Ability to use standard office equipment. Sedentary for a prolonged period of time. Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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