Senior Structural Designer

Zyscovich Architects

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a related discipline preferred; significant design experience can substitute for degree.
  • Mandatory experience in heavy industrial design/drafting, specifically in retrofitting projects.
  • Ability to identify structural components in the field, like pipe supports and steel frameworks.
  • Required background in field documentation and related experiences.
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD; CADWorx experience is a must, with knowledge of Revit and Plant 3D as a bonus.
  • Must possess strong communication skills for teamwork and client interactions.
  • Leadership experience in guiding project execution is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of construction drawings and specification packages.
  • Assist engineers with equipment layout and structural design tasks with minimal guidance.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination with various engineering teams.
  • Prepare general arrangements and structural drawings using 3D modeling software.
  • Utilize expertise in industrial structural design, particularly for steel frameworks.

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment prioritizing transparency and creativity.
  • Opportunities for career advancement, leadership roles, and specialization.
  • Support for professional development, including education and licensing.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements for better work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-sponsored life insurance and both short- and long-term disability benefits.
  • 401k plan with employer contribution match and competitive PTO policies.
Full Job Description
Stratus® has recently partnered with Kestrel Engineering and we're hiring a Sr. Structural Designer. This role will be assigned as structural design lead for projects and will be responsible for coordination and ensuring effective communications with other engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the preparation of construction drawing and specification packages
  • With minimal supervision, assist engineers with equipment layout and structural design assignments
  • Provide familiarity with the programs, staff, and operating procedures of the company
  • Be responsible for preparation of general arrangements, structural design drawings and sketches utilizing 3D modeling software
  • Industrial structural steel design experience preferred but not required

Qualifications

Required

  • Associate degree in related discipline preferred. Candidates without a degree, but with exceptional experience, will also be considered
  • Significant heavy industrial (Refining, power, chemical, etc.) design/drafting experience is required with demonstrated capabilities with equipment layout, and structural design associated with retrofit projects
  • Candidates must be able to identify items (e.g., pipe supports, structural steel) in the field
  • Demonstrated field documentation experience required
  • High proficiency in using AutoCAD, Microsoft Word and Excel. 3D design and modeling experience with CADWorx required. Revit & Plant 3D experience will also be considered
  • Strong communication skills, with ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
  • Capable of working directly with clients from proposal development through project execution

Preferred
  • Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred

Why you'll love Stratus
  • A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
  • Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
  • Learning & Development - Education and Professional Licensing
  • We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
  • Excellent Health Care Programs - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
  • 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans


Interested in learning more about Stratus, please visit https://www.stratusteam.com/.

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