Structural Designer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy • Englewood, CO

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Structural Designer 1 works in Sargent & Lundy's Energy & Industrial Group, developing CAD 3D design models of steel structures and concrete foundations to produce 2D drawing deliverables. The role supports senior designers and collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in 3D models and optimize designs. The work spans power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy technologies, including carbon capture, solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, and natural gas.

This role has a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members may be necessary to verify physical design conditions. A relocation package may be available depending on the employee's location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• CAD certificate required if not holding a degree.
• Proficiency in at least one major CAD software: 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Computer Aided Design Technology preferred.
• Previous relevant experience considered.
• CAD software skills valued but not required: 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, accountability, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in the 3D model 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 technologies across power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• FSA and 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 (PST).
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.
• Relocation package may be available depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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