Structural Designer III

About the Role

You will be responsible for performing all aspects of complete design for civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. With experience at this level, you will assist in designing larger and more complex civil/structural projects under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with and utilization of department design and drafting standards.
• Recognizing project scope, specifications, and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Reviewing and comprehending the latest information regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings, layouts, or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design efforts.
• Drafting civil/structural plans with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of civil material specifications to ensure all required information for material purchase, fabrication, and construction is reflected on finished drawings.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• Performing field-related work to collect design information and verify designs for tie-ins, function, and clearances to existing facilities.
• Providing temporary field support for engineering during construction, where assigned.
• Assisting engineers with cost and material estimates and preliminary design studies.
• Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters based on engineering calculations and discipline drawings.
• Mentoring entry-level and new teammates.
• Developing virtual team skills and cross-divisional relationships while providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.

Skills

• Ability to produce drawings for concrete, structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
• Familiarity with specifications and details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from vendor equipment drawings.
• Understanding of workflow and information flow between disciplines.
• Understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for civil/structural deliverables.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, or both).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good presentation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Matching retirement contributions (401(k)).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Additional benefits as a 100% teammate-owned company.

About the Company

Hargrove works to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Our safety culture promotes the well-being of every person involved in our work. As a 100% teammate-owned company, we are committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of clients globally.