Structural Designer – Energy & Substation Projects

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 75,500 - 125,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is seeking a Structural Designer to support large-scale energy generation, transmission, and substation projects across North America. You will contribute to design production, develop construction drawings, and provide engineering support during construction.

You will work with an in-house team across civil, structural, geotechnical, and construction disciplines, producing 2D/3D models, drawings, and specifications while upholding design standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil/structural, substation, or transmission design.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the electric/power utility industry performing detailed CAD/design.
• Strong background in structural steel and reinforced concrete detailing as well as bill of material creation.
• Basic knowledge of ASTM, AISC and ACI standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium‑sized office setting
• Experience with Vault, Advance Steel, Inventor, and REVIT preferred
• Familiarity with the major electrical and structural components of a substation and the drawings required to construct one preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 2D & 3D models of structural framing and reinforced concrete using various CAD software.
• Produce detailed design drawings including overall plans, enlarged plans, sections, elevations and details, as well as 3D models developed in collaboration with engineers from conceptual sketches, specifications and engineering calculations while following QISG or client specific standards.
• Work on structural and foundation design aspects from project inception to completion on various infrastructure projects.
• Interface closely with and support project teams with the ability to learn new software and develop new deliverables for varying structural project scopes.
• Communicate across multiple teams and disciplines to prevent design conflicts throughout a project lifecycle.
• Assist engineers in the review of structural steel fabrication drawings and reinforced concrete drawings to verify compliance with design intent and project specifications.
• Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of their work.
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.
• Bring potential project‑related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Perform occasional travel associated with project, assignment, and company responsibilities.
• Work under supervision of Lead Designer or Engineering Manager in a professional office setting.

Skills

2D/3D CAD modeling

Detailed design drawings

Structural design

Foundation design

Communication skills

Tools

Vault

Advance Steel

Inventor

REVIT

Job description

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is seeking a Structural Designer to support large-scale energy generation, transmission, and substation projects across North America. You will contribute to design production, develop construction drawings, and provide engineering support during construction.

You will work with an in-house team across civil, structural, geotechnical, and construction disciplines, producing 2D/3D models, drawings, and specifications while upholding design standards