Structural Designer

Cynet Systems • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior CSA Designer will be responsible for the civil and structural design scope of work for assigned client projects or CSA staff groups. This role involves supervising design and drafting teams, ensuring compliance with design standards, safety regulations, and applicable industry codes. The candidate will oversee 3D model extractions, design reviews, and quality assurance, while also contributing to process improvement and team development initiatives.

Requirements

• Completion of recognized specialized course(s) in design or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of CAD systems, design software, and computer applications related to project delivery.
• Practical knowledge of: Structural steel connection standards
• Reinforcing steel fabrication standards
• Piling methods and related industry standards
• AISC, ACI, ASCE, and AWS codes and standards (knowledge of Euro, Indian, and Australian standards is an advantage)
• Experience in 3D modeling with SP3D, FrameWorks, or similar systems, and MicroStation.

Nice To Haves

• 10–20 years of project experience covering the responsibilities outlined above.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil and structural design for assigned project scopes or CSA staff group.
• Supervise and manage the work of designers and drafters, ensuring adherence to client standard design details, OSHA/client safety standards, and applicable industry codes.
• Oversee drawings extracted from 3D models to ensure accuracy and completeness for construction, detailing, and fabrication.
• Conduct 3D design reviews, resolve design conflicts, and address constructability issues.
• Participate in the preparation or checking of as-built drawings.
• Perform and/or review advanced-level structural or reinforcing steel detailing (in-house or via subcontractors).
• Prepare design and drafting procedures and standards; identify and recommend improvements to work processes.
• Review and incorporate lessons learned to maintain high quality and accuracy of design drawings.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, quantity take-offs, proposals, forecasts, and change orders.
• Participate in work assignment planning, performance reviews, coaching, training, and career development of team members.
• Receive technical guidance from senior supervisory staff such as a Senior Supervising Designer, Engineering Group Supervisor, or Chief Engineer.
• Provide technical guidance to subordinate designers, drafters, and technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed