Designer 1 - Structural Group, Inc

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES seeks an experienced and motivated Structural CAD/BIM Designer to join our forensic investigation and structural repair design engineering team. This position will be based in our corporate headquarters in Columbia, MD, working closely to support and collaborate with our regional engineering teams in Baton Rouge, Chicago, Houston, and Kansas City.

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is part of STRUCTURAL GROUP, the largest concrete specialty concrete

repair contractor in the United States. Our integrated investigate-design-build teams identify problems,

create repair solutions, and implement repair projects for owners in the industrial, nuclear power generation, and other key markets.

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is firmly committed to its ongoing mission of making new and existing structures stronger and last longer. We develop and integrate products with engineering support services to provide our value-added solutions to designers, engineering professionals, contractors, and owners across a broad range of end user markets.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and modifying 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD and BIM software for structural design and construction projects. You will collaborate with our engineering, inspection and design teams to complete civil/structural models, plans and drawings and coordinate administrative aspects of projects.

This position offers a flexible schedule with a hybrid work arrangement (anticipated at 2 days in the office required per week following onboarding and probationary period). You will participate in project coordination meetings and communicate with other stakeholders, including engineers, inspectors, contractors, and owners both in-person and virtually.

As a Designer, key responsibilities may include but are not limited to: 

·         Create structural models and drawing sets, including plans, elevations, sections, details, quantity take offs, material lists and schedules for construction projects

·         Collaborating with engineering and inspection teams

·         Self-checking and peer-checking work to ensure accuracy and completeness of all structural drawings and models

·         Discussing field condition with construction and operations teams and implementing necessary revisions.

·         Performing occasional site visits to confirm existing conditions and layout/geometry of existing structural systems.

·         Reading and interpreting existing documents and drawings to prepare structural models and drawings for interface with new work.

·         Retaining and filing project documents.

·         Creating graphics for client presentations.

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this position:

·         5-10 years of experience in computer-aided drafting/design OR

·         2-5 years of experience in computer-aided drafting/design with related Associate degree

·         Proficient with Autodesk Revit

·         Experienced with other CAD software such as AutoCAD

·         Demonstrated ability to visualize and produce 3D BIM models from 2D plans effectively.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

·         Able to work closely with engineers and field inspectors to create models and drawings from hand sketches and written/verbal specifications.

·         Basic knowledge of building codes and construction practices

Preferred qualifications include:

·         Proficiency in the preparation of steel reinforcement details for reinforced concrete structures consistent with ACI standards

·         Experience with preparation of connection details for structural steel members consistent with AISC Standards and AWS Welding symbols

·         Experience with preparation of concrete formwork details

·          Experience with preparation temporary structural supports / shoring details

·         Demonstrated proficiency with creating Revit families

·         Experience with using Autodesk Advanced Steel and/or Dynamo

·         Strong communication and collaboration skills

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is self-motivating, approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships. Candidate should take pride in the work they produce and take ownership of creating quality products. A successful candidate should enjoy pushing the boundaries of modeling software, and like thinking outside the box on how BIM can be used to address current and future needs for the company.

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.

EOE/M/F/D/V