Structural Designer I

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.•Overland Park, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Designer I in our Overland Park, KS office, you will help us empower our clients to meet the challenges of the rapidly changing power manufacturing and process industries. This position will offer the opportunity to learn and work across the mechanical and structural disciplines providing a breath of exposure to a variety of designs and complex systems. For mechanical systems, you will have the opportunity to design all types of facilities that utilize generation technologies such as reciprocating engines, simple and combined cycle combustion turbines, combined heat & power (CHP), solar energy, energy storage systems, high pressure steam systems along other piping systems required for the different systems. On the structural side, you will have the opportunity to layout and design buildings, foundations for complex and sensitive equipment, and superstructures for supporting elevated distribution systems and equipment. Responsibilities include preparation of detailed construction drawings using specifications, engineering calculations, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures. In this role, you will use your experience to convert system design concepts into specific layouts by interpreting information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Architectural Design or equivalent technical experience.
1 - 5 years of experience in computer aided drafting and design (or something similar).
Experienced with AutoCAD or Revit.
Ability to collaborate with others (Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) to apply design codes and specification requirements.
Ability to read, modify, and create process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
Experience in interpreting structural design criteria and converting into specific layouts.
Generate sketches, plans, sections, and details from a 3D model.
Self-motivated.
Strong spoken and written communications skills.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
Effective working individually and within team environments.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD Plant 3D and Navisworks a plus.

Responsibilities

Preparation of detailed construction drawings using specifications, engineering calculations, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures.
Convert system design concepts into specific layouts by interpreting information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.
Layout and design buildings, foundations for complex and sensitive equipment, and superstructures for supporting elevated distribution systems and equipment.