Structural Drafter 1 -- Energy & Industrial
About The Position
The Structural Drafter 1 develops CAD 3D design models of steel structures and concrete foundations to produce 2D drawing deliverables. The role supports senior designers and collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in the 3D model and optimize the overall design. Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members may be necessary to verify physical design conditions. The work spans power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy technologies, including carbon capture, solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, and natural gas. This position follows a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- A CAD certificate is required for candidates without a degree.
- Proficiency in at least one major CAD software, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
- Awareness of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) for foundation design.
- Awareness of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) manual for steel design.
- Awareness of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Attention to detail.
- Time management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Computer Aided Design Technology.
- Previous relevant experience.
- Skills in Bentley OpenBuildings Designer.
- Skills in Autodesk Navisworks.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role.
- Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.
Responsibilities
- Develop CAD 3D design models of steel structures and concrete foundations for 2D drawing deliverables.
- Support senior designers by producing structural drawings on time and within budget while maintaining quality, consistency, and accountability that meets or exceeds customer requirements.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in the 3D model and optimize the overall design.
- Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members, as necessary, to verify on-site physical design conditions.
- Adapt to a wide range of technologies in power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- FSA and HSA.
- 401(k).
- Pre-tax commuter account.
- Merit Scholarship Program.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program.
- Tuition Assistance.
- First Professional Licensure Bonus.
- Employee Referral Bonus.
- Paid annual personal/sick time (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible individuals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
