Designer, Structures

About the role

As part of a design team, the Structural Designer supports engineers in preparing construction documents using Autodesk Revit and other BIM tools. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining 3D BIM models for structural systems, developing and refining structural drawings, and coordinating with architects, mechanical, and civil teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D BIM models for structural systems including concrete, steel, masonry, and timber.
• Develop and refine structural drawings, plans, sections, and details in coordination with engineers.
• Update plans and models based on redlines and design revisions, resolving coordination issues with engineers and consultants.
• Coordinate structural drawings with architectural, mechanical, and civil models to align geometry, resolve model conflicts, and support project-wide coordination.
• Assemble drawing packages for permitting, bidding, and construction, ensuring completeness and adherence to project requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of design and drafting procedures in specialty fields.
• Participate in internal quality control reviews to maintain consistency and reduce errors across drawings packages.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support project and team needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, or related field, preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in structural engineering drafting and design support.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (structural focus), required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, a plus.
• Strong understanding of building systems, structural components, and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of BIM coordination processes (clash detection, model collaboration, etc.), preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and specifications.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, pay attention to detail, and follow-up on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect privileged client information and documents appropriately.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a high-volume office environment under pressure of deadlines.
• Knowledge of correct English usage including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Skills

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (structural focus).
• AutoCAD proficiency, a plus.
• Understanding of building systems, structural components, and construction documentation.
• BIM coordination processes (clash detection, model collaboration, etc.).
• MS Office Suite proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Benefits

Details on benefits are available in the Benefits section of the company's website. AVCON offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits to support employees' health, financial security, and well-being.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Nights and weekends are generally not required but may occasionally be necessary with little or no advanced notice.