Structural Designer

Stantec • Boise, ID

6h

About The Position

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity Join a dynamic team that balances competing project interests with creativity and efficiency for challenging and exciting projects. Together, we can accelerate towards a brighter future. Our team of interdisciplinary engineers works collaboratively with clients to design buildings and processes that are on track for safety, performance, and sustainability. The role of a Structural Designer is to work independently on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger projects under the guidance of a senior engineer. As a Structural EIT you will be able to perform structural analysis, design and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge and understanding of structural building codes and requirements.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building code and other similar material.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience including architects, engineers, and clients effectively.
• Basic understanding of Revit, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit; Bluebeam Revu; Component Design Software such as Enercalc; Finite Element Analysis Software such as RISA and SAP/ETABS.
• 4 years of related experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, or architectural engineering with an emphasis in structures is required
• NCEES EIT is preferred but not required
• Experience with earthquake seismic design or coursework is required
• Experience with Revit and other BIM 3D modelling software is preferred
• Prior internship experience at an engineering related firm is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform structural calculations and analysis of buildings and other structures.
• Assist in preparing deliverable documents including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Works with and coordinates with architectural, interiors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Assist Construction Administration duties including completing field observations reports, responding to RFIs, submittal reviews, and evaluating contractor change orders.
• Participate in project meetings; communicate design issues and solutions with the design team.
• Develop an understanding of industry standard design processes and construction means and methods.
• Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects to clients on time, on budget, and at a high level of client service.
• Assist with the development of design standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level