Designer – Civil/Structural

Northstar Energy Services•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experienced, technically strong Designer to join its Professional Engineering Consulting team in Arlington or Houston, Texas. The role provides hands-on leadership for complex deliverables and supports project execution under the direction of the Design Supervisor and Engineering Manager. The Designer develops and maintains 3D models and 2D drawings for civil and structural systems, including foundations, structural steel, equipment supports, platforms, pipe racks, and cable tray structures. The role coordinates design across disciplines, supports model reviews and clash detection, prepares construction documentation, assists with fabrication drawing reviews, and helps ensure deliverables meet company and client standards, applicable codes, and project requirements. The position also includes documentation and deliverable management, independent QA/QC reviews, drawing revision control, coordination with engineers and project teams, and support for Professional Engineers during design. The role is based in Arlington or Houston, Texas. Candidates must complete an in-person, computer-based assessment.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
At least three years of experience in civil-structural systems design.
At least five years of current experience with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
Detailed knowledge of the application of codes and current standards, including ACI 318, AISC, and OSHA.
Ability to independently research and interpret equipment data, vendor documentation, and technical references.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.
Completion of an in-person, computer-based assessment is required for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain 3D foundation and structural steel models using CADWorx Plant/CADWorx Structure, version 2020 or later.
Produce detailed design drawings, layouts, and models based on engineering calculations, specifications, and conceptual sketches.
Independently generate and update 3D structural models and 2D engineering drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with engineering and design disciplines to support model integration, spatial coordination, and design accuracy.
Participate in 3D model coordination, including clash detection, model input management, and interface resolution.
Coordinate with stress and pipe support engineers, construction personnel, and equipment suppliers to ensure compatibility and constructability.
Assist Discipline Engineers in reviewing structural steel shop fabrication drawings for compliance with design intent and project specifications.
Use Autodesk Navisworks for model navigation, clash detection, and multidisciplinary design reviews.
Maintain accurate models and drawing documentation in accordance with company and client standards.
Compile project documentation, including status reports, punch lists, progress sketches, and material quantity calculations, and communicate updates to the Design Lead.
Prepare 2D detailed drawings and drawing packages for IFA, IFB, IFC, and As-Built deliverables in accordance with company standards and procedures.
Apply quality-control procedures and checklists and take responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of deliverables.
Support design reviews, model reviews, and client meetings by preparing and revising civil-structural deliverables to reflect approved changes.
Maintain revision control and ensure updates are captured and issued as construction-ready documentation.
Prepare concrete details and location drawings for support foundations accommodating various piping configurations.
Develop concrete foundation detail drawings for heavy- and light-duty equipment, including electrical stands and buildings, rotating and process equipment, and storage tanks.
Produce structural detail and layout drawings for equipment skids, access platforms, pipe racks, and cable tray support structures.
Create demolition drawings for removal or modification of existing civil and structural components.
Prepare reinforcement schedules, material take-offs, and structural bills of materials to support fabrication and construction.
Research, review, and apply company drafting standards, client requirements, and applicable regulatory codes to civil-structural drawings.
Perform independent QA/QC reviews of civil-structural design and deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Verify that site-development drawings align with civil-structural design intent and layout requirements.
Support Professional Engineers during design through standards review, gathering calculation inputs, and drafting-related technical support.
Coordinate civil-structural drafting requirements with multidisciplinary project teams.
Review other-discipline drawings for coordination and consistency with civil-structural systems.
Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) to maintain drawing accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.
Review third-party vendor drawings for compatibility and integration with the intended civil-structural design.