Structural Designer

Mesa Associates, Inc • Knoxville, TN

4h

About The Position

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Structural Designer to work with other members of the civil & structural team to deliver projects of varying complexity and size for our fossil and hydropower generating clients. Working in a team environment, daily tasks will include the design of additions and modifications to power generation related structural systems.

Requirements

• Concrete foundation design – rotating equipment, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, etc.
• Concrete anchorage design – cast-in-place & post-installed.
• Deep foundation and retaining wall design.
• Structural steel design – pipe bridges, pipe and cable tray supports, equipment support structures, elevated platforms, steel buildings, etc.
• Drawing package preparation – AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, Plant 3D.
• Well organized and self-motivated to complete tasks within agreed schedules.
• Creative with the ability to judge between alternate solutions to provide the optimal solution.
• Available to work overtime as necessary to meet project schedules and commitments.
• Available to travel out of town for project meetings and site visits.
• Safety consciousness and will strictly adhere to company and client safety standards.
• Able to legally work in the U.S.
• Self-motivated and have a strong desire to produce error free quality work.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, detail oriented and works well with others.
• Possess good interpersonal skills to build client relations and work effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimal travel and site walk downs.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of engineering staff and engineering/design managers.
• Prepare and complete discipline designs and supporting documentation such as design criteria, drawings and specifications.
• Work closely with design team and other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Perform technical and coordination checking/reviews of deliverables and other project documents.
• Manage personal task assignments, and adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget on all assigned tasks.
• Assist in resolution of construction issues, resolving problems and concerns in a timely manner.

Benefits

• professional development
• exceptional benefits

What This Job Offers

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