Structural Designer III

Hargrove and Associates•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. With experience in this level, you are expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex civil/structural assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision. Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards. Recognizing project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team. Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings. Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision. Being knowledgeable of civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings. Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly. Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility. Performing temporary field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction. Assisting engineers with cost and material estimated and preliminary design studies. Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering calculations, equipment and discipline drawings. Displays some capacity for mentoring entry level and new teammates. This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.
Ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
Familiarity with specifications and details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.
Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all civil/structural deliverables.
Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Good presentation skills.
Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop, and providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
Recognizing project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings.
Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
Being knowledgeable of civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings.
Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility.
Performing temporary field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction.
Assisting engineers with cost and material estimated and preliminary design studies.
Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering calculations, equipment and discipline drawings.
Displays some capacity for mentoring entry level and new teammates.