Structural Designer

Cementation USA•Sandy, UT

15h

About The Position

The Structural Designer works with the Engineer of Record, Layout Coordinator, and other stakeholders to develop, conceptualize, revise, and finalize “Best for Project” 3D designs and drawings. The work covers complex permanent mine facility infrastructure, temporary sinking gear, material handling, process systems, and above-ground facilities. The position generates designs and supporting deliverables for surface and underground mine construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary design, engineering, project management, and operations teams. Designs must be safe, constructible, operable, maintainable, and compliant with internal engineering and design standards as well as applicable regulatory requirements. The designer is expected to complete work within project schedules and budgets, support effective communication of scope changes, and build positive relationships with internal teams, operations, and clients. Infrequent travel to project sites, offices, or shop reviews may be required, potentially including overseas assignments.

Requirements

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit is required.
Safety-oriented.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of design and/or construction processes.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt as circumstances change.
Attention to small details.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels, owners, and subcontractors.
Ability to read and understand construction documents, plans, and specifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar field is preferred.
Experience in heavy construction, mining, or industrial structures is beneficial.
Passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering exam is beneficial.
EIT status or a desire to obtain a PE in the future is preferred.
Certificate of Completion from an authorized Autodesk Training Center (ATC)-accredited program is beneficial.
Knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office Suite is considered an asset.
Python, C#, or other programming experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Work in compliance with Cementation health and safety rules and regulations, identify and report hazards or infractions, and advocate for safe behavior and safety-conscious design.
Ensure applicable safety codes and regulations are met through appropriate design and use of technology.
Generate 3D designs of permanent and temporary works for surface and underground mine facilities and infrastructure.
Produce preliminary sketches, general arrangements, detailed drawings, material take-offs, and other clear design deliverables that conform to internal engineering and design standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary design, engineering, project management, and operations teams to develop safe, constructible, operable, and maintainable “Best for Project” designs.
Complete designs within project schedules and budgets.
Check designs and drawings for function, fit-up, and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal teams, operations teams, and clients.
Help identify deviations in job scope, estimate changes, and communicate changes to the project management team.
Perform other duties as assigned.