Structural Staff Designer

Brindley Engineering•Lisle, IL

11d

About The Position

Brindley Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to assist engineers or lead other designers in field evaluations of industrial structures and obtain field measurements for developing BIM 3D and 2D AutoCAD engineering-package drawings. The role develops and manages complex 3D structural models across multiple projects and produces complete, construction-ready drawing packages. It involves structural model and drawing quality control, interdisciplinary BIM coordination, support for junior BIM designers, and compliance with company, project, and client standards. Field assignments may have distinct client-specific requirements, including physical and site-safety requirements; continued employment may depend on the availability of assignments whose requirements the employee can meet. The position requires a two-year technical degree and at least eight years of experience. The successful candidate will have proficiency in 2D and 3D BIM modeling tools, including Revit and platforms such as CADWorx, S3D, or E3D; experience with point-cloud integration; and knowledge of AWS D1.1. Exposure to Bluebeam, Advanced Steel, and design codes is preferred. Basic mentoring or small-team technical oversight is required. The annual pay range is $90,000–$150,000. Base salary is determined using factors such as experience, skills, certifications, work location, and market conditions. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses or other incentive compensation. Eligible employees receive a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) savings plan with employer matching; company-paid holidays; paid parental leave; and paid time off. Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree.
At least 8 years of experience.
Proficiency with 2D and 3D BIM modeling.
Proficiency with Revit and 3D modeling tools such as CADWorx, S3D, or E3D.
Experience with point-cloud integration.
Knowledge of AWS D1.1.
Basic mentoring or small-team technical oversight ability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to meet applicable client-specific site requirements for field assignments, which may include physical mobility on the ground and at heights; lifting, carrying, or moving up to 50 pounds; working at heights and climbing ladders and stairways; occasional work from platforms, scaffolding, or ladders with required fall protection; working in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE; and positioning oneself to work in confined spaces.
May be required to comply with a client’s random drug-testing program and facial-hair safety policy before entering a site.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Bluebeam.
Exposure to Advanced Steel.
Exposure to design codes.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers or lead other designers in field evaluations of industrial structures and collect field measurements for engineering drawings.
Develop and manage complex 3D structural models across multiple active projects.
Produce complete, construction-ready drawing packages, including plans, sections, details, schedules, and general notes.
Apply knowledge of structural systems—including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood framing—to model and document design intent.
Identify and communicate design gaps, coordination issues, and documentation inconsistencies.
Manage model work sets, view templates, phases, linked models, and project coordination standards.
Lead interdisciplinary coordination using Navisworks and other BIM coordination tools.
Identify, track, and resolve clashes involving Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Piping, and Civil disciplines.
Serve as the primary BIM point of contact for assigned projects and coordinate with engineers and specialty consultants.
Facilitate coordination meetings and document resolution of open items, RFIs, and model conflicts.
Manage federated model assembly and deliver coordination exports such as NWC, IFC, and PDF files.
Conduct quality-control reviews of models and drawing sets and enforce company BIM standards, project BEPs, and client requirements.
Develop and maintain project-specific drawing templates, title blocks, GS templates, and sheet sets.
Provide day-to-day guidance and technical support to BIM Designer Level 1 staff.
Assist the BIM Lead with onboarding team members to project workflows and software environments.
Lead design and drafting teams in field evaluations and develop proficiency in structural design codes, laser scanning and point-cloud design, and managerial and leadership skills.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer matching
Company-paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid time off (PTO)
Potential discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans