Design Technician II

Stratus Team • Concord, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stratus has partnered with E.A. Bonelli and is hiring a Design Technician for its Structural engineering group. The role creates, manages, and coordinates complex structural design models and construction documentation for building and infrastructure projects. It leads structural BIM/CAD efforts, aligns models and documents with engineering calculations and design intent, and supports multidisciplinary coordination. The position involves independently executing advanced modeling tasks, collaborating closely with structural engineers, and mentoring junior designers to deliver high-quality, code-compliant structural documents.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or certification in CAD, BIM, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–6 years of experience in CAD/BIM design within building and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience producing structural construction documents and coordinating with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed structural 2D and 3D CAD/BIM models, including framing plans, foundation plans, sections, details, and connection layouts, aligned with engineering calculations and specifications.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination to integrate structural systems with architectural, MEP, and civil models and avoid clashes.
• Perform and oversee control reviews of structural drawings and models for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable building codes and project standards.
• Collaborate with structural engineers to translate design criteria, load paths, and calculations into accurate, constructible documents.
• Mentor junior designers on structural drafting standards, detailing practices, and BIM/CAD workflows.
• Generate and manage structural construction documents, including general notes, schedules for steel, rebar, and concrete, and detailed sections.
• Support shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and design revisions by incorporating engineering changes into BIM/CAD models and plan sets.
• Establish and maintain structural BIM standards, including model organization, naming conventions, and level of development (LOD).
• Assist with analysis, coordination, troubleshooting complex software issues, advanced modeling tasks, and process improvements for BIM/CAD workflows.
• Prepare 3D visualizations and coordination views for constructability reviews and client presentations.

Benefits

• Learning and development, including education and professional licensing.
• Flexible, hybrid work.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid holidays and competitive PTO plans.
• Team-oriented environment emphasizing transparency, creativity, and shared success.
• Career paths, leadership opportunities, and opportunities to specialize.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree