Structural Designer

The A Career · posted today ago

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About this role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Structural Designer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing precise engineering calculations, load path layouts, and construction drawings for various residential and commercial building projects. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in wood-frame assemblies and reinforced concrete elements, ensuring all projects are structurally sound, economical, and fully compliant with building codes

Requirements

Desirable knowledge & skills:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Experience:2 to 5+ years of structural design experience with a proven track record in wood and concrete.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software (e.g., Enercalc, RISA, WoodWorks, or RAM).
Licensing: EIT preferred; SE/PE track is a plus.
Traits: Strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication skills.

Soft Skills Required:

Professionalism: Professional attitude and ethical behavior.

Communication: Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Proactiveness.
Multitasking skills: Comfortable with quickly switching gears and focus, moving from different tasks seamlessly.
Analytical skills: Ability to use a solid analytical approach to solve complex issues.
Organization skills and attention to detail: Ability to self-organize given activities and keep a thorough record of tasks, pointers and process updates.
Risk identification: Ability to identify pain points, bottlenecks, scope creeps and process improvement opportunities.
Prioritization skills: Ability to identify, establish and assign priorities.
Compliance: Ability to comply when necessary; following orders or specific instructions if needed.
Reliability: Ability to follow up and see tasks through to completion by committing to the project they’re involved in.

Main Responsibilities:

Perform structural calculations for gravity, lateral, foundation, and retaining systems.
Design wood-frame assemblies (shear walls, joists, beams) and reinforced concrete elements (foundations, slabs, columns).
Develop detailed structural plans, sections, and framing details using AutoCAD and Revit.
Coordinate designs with architects, engineers, and project leads to ensure constructability.
Ensure strict compliance with building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and NDS.