Zachry Group · 3 hours ago
Designer I Civil/Structural
Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is currently seeking a talented and self-motivated Civil/Structural Designer I to join their Engineering office in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves applying general design practices on steel and concrete structures, developing working drawings and 3D models, and providing field support for retrofit applications.
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Responsibilities
Apply general design practices on steel and concrete structures utilizing CADD for creation of models and design drawings
Evaluate, select and apply standard techniques, procedures and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional concrete and structural steel design projects with few complex features
Works on projects or portions of larger projects. Reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical requirements and design approaches. Reviews work for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements
Provide field support including field verifications for retrofit applications and as-built documentation
Develops working drawings and 3D models, within company and industry standards and codes, from equipment specifications and detailed drawings
Check and analyze 3D models prepared for accuracy, completeness, and interferences
Develop complex detailed design drawings (structural steel and concrete) in a 2D and 3D environment from sketches or specifications while ensuring dimensional accuracy, spelling, CADD and drafting standards, neatness, completeness, along with applicable codes, project specifications, and established discipline standards before being released to the approving engineers
Applies intermediate/advanced techniques in CAD and standard design applications utilizing this equipment
Exhibit understanding of materials and methods normally used in the Civil/Structural discipline
Exercise independent judgment by utilizing the correct design criteria based on knowledge from vendor data and project scope
Use and implement manufacturer’s design documentation in the design process
Communicate with the project discipline engineers and designers to ensure collaboration in the design effort
Ensure the company quality assurance manual and standard operating procedures are followed in completion of assigned tasks
Qualification
Required
HS Diploma or Associate's degree in Drafting/Design/Engineering Technology or equivalent job-related experience (2 years job related experience equivalent to 1 year college)
Must have 5+ years' experience in engineering drafting and design practices, in addition to educational requirements
Demonstrate the ability to effectively utilize various computerized design/drafting software applications according to project requirements
Experience with Autocad and Autodesk Structural packages essential; AVEVA (E3D or PDMS) software is preferred
Knowledge of Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, and the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams)
Demonstrate thorough technical knowledge and design practices of civil/structural drawings
Knowledge and understanding of engineering/design & construction. Experience with AWP (Advanced Work Packaging) a plus
Able to work independently on design projects as well as interface with other disciplines
The ability to provide solutions/options to complex design related issues
Excellent presentation and communication skills are required
Possess excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to thrive in a team working environment
Strong interpersonal skills
Overtime work may be required
Occasional periods of field/office work entailing travel
May be required to work in an industrial plant environment
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Company
Zachry Group
Zachry Group is America's pace-setter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services.
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