Structural Designer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering

$58K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or higher, Associate Degree preferred
  • 2+ years in design or drafting, preferably in structural engineering
  • Strong technical competencies as a Structural Designer
  • Expertise in detailing concrete and steel connections
  • Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD software
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills
  • Experience with Revit and Navisworks is a plus
  • Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Must work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Perform technical responsibilities of a Structural Designer
  • Eager to learn from skilled colleagues in structural design
  • Conduct field walkdowns independently with project teams
  • Proactively coordinate with other engineering disciplines
  • Create and review structural project deliverables
  • Mentor junior designers and technicians
  • Assist in developing project scope and budget control for CAD teams
  • Demonstrate expertise in Valdes' structural engineering practices
  • Prepare material take-offs and structural scopes of work
  • Develop knowledge of industry codes and standards for drawings
  • Detail connections for both concrete and steel
  • Support CAD initiatives beyond CSA when necessary
  • Conduct CAD audits as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship
  • Field experience to enhance practical skills
  • Engagement with multi-disciplinary project teams
  • Work on diverse projects in industrial, manufacturing, and oil & gas sectors
  • Possibility to enhance CAD and structural software expertise.
Full 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.

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