Structural Designer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group
About The Position
The Structural Designer 1 supports structural design work in Sargent & Lundy's Energy & Industrial Group. The role uses creativity and innovation to develop 3D CAD models of steel structures and concrete foundations, which are used to produce 2D drawing deliverables. It offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days a week in the office and two days working remotely. A relocation package may be available depending on location. The designer supports senior designers and collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in 3D models and optimize overall designs. The work spans power generation, mining, oil and gas, renewables, carbon capture, solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, and natural gas. Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members may be necessary to verify physical design conditions on site.
Requirements
- A CAD certificate is required for candidates without a degree.
- Proficiency in at least one major CAD software package, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Tekla, Revit, or SmartPlant 3D.
- Awareness of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) for foundation design.
- Awareness of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) manual for steel design.
- Awareness of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Attention to detail.
- Time management skills.
- U.S. work authorization; the employer does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Computer Aided Design Technology.
- Previous relevant experience.
- Experience with Bentley OpenBuildings Designer, Bentley MicroStation, Autodesk Navisworks, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Trimble Tekla, or Hexagon CADWorx.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role.
- Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies, where relevant.
Responsibilities
- Support senior designers by producing structural drawings on time and within budget while maintaining quality, consistency, and accountability to meet or exceed customer requirements.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in 3D models and optimize the overall design.
- Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members, when necessary, to verify on-site physical design conditions.
- Adapt to a wide range of technologies across power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
- 401(k).
- Pre-tax commuter account.
- Merit scholarship program.
- Employee discount program.
- Corporate charitable giving program.
- Tuition assistance.
- First professional licensure bonus.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Paid annual personal/sick time.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package may be available depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
