Structural Designer (Senior Level)

Soft Source Inc

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profile Job Location:

Birmingham, MI - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform all aspects of structural design including steel concrete and masonry applying both theoretical knowledge and practical design methods.

  • Manage projects and teams with work performed under the supervision of a senior engineer or designer.

  • Conceptualize and prepare plans layouts sections details and bills of materials to effectively communicate construction or fabrication requirements.

  • Develop designs consistent with local codes client requirements and good engineering practices while coordinating with engineers and other designers.

  • Review structural calculations equipment drawings general arrangements and other discipline drawings prior to starting structural drawings.

  • Develop material take-offs based on design drawings or 3D modeling platforms.

  • Lead a team of structural engineers and designers on various project sizes ensuring projects stay within budget and meet deadlines.

  • Coordinate project staffing liaising with department managers to ensure adequate resources are available.

  • Maintain project schedules incorporating structural tasks into the overall project timeline.

  • Provide monthly project forecasts including estimates to complete and earned value assessments.

  • Assist with proposal engineering (workhour estimates scope definition).

  • Offer design guidance to structural engineers particularly regarding fabrication requirements such as connections and framing.

  • Assist with conceptual layout and cost studies to determine optimal solutions.

  • Review vendor and fabrication drawings for conformance to specifications.

  • Advise on design or scope changes and ensure timely updates.

  • Coordinate with other disciplines as needed and ensure proper documentation of design changes.

  • Mentor junior structural designers and provide technical guidance.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in structural design especially in industrial projects.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD is required; Autodesk Revit experience is a plus.

  • Knowledge of structural detailing for steel and concrete structures.

  • Familiarity with structural analysis software like RISA and STAAD is advantageous.

  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word Excel Outlook and Teams.

  • Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments and meet tight deadlines.

  • Willingness to visit job sites and perform fieldwork when necessary.

  • Capable of handling physical tasks like bending stooping and climbing for field visits.

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Paid time off

  • Health insurance benefits

  • Matching retirement contributions

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to operate a computer and sit for long periods of time.

  • Travel to job sites as needed.

Job Responsibilities: Perform all aspects of structural design including steel concrete and masonry applying both theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. Manage projects and teams with work performed under the supervision of a senior engineer or designer. Conceptualize and prepare ...
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Key Skills

  • Microstation
  • System Design
  • Mathcad
  • Packaging
  • CAD
  • Detailing
  • Drafting
  • Metal Building Erection
  • Autocad
  • Concrete Forming
  • Catia
  • Revit