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ORION · 2 months ago

Senior Structural Designer

ORION is seeking a Senior Structural Designer to provide advanced drafting and design support for marine and heavy civil structure projects. The role involves preparing detailed design drawings, collaborating with engineers and project managers, and ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Provide senior-level drafting and design support for marine and heavy civil structure projects
Prepare plans, sections, elevations, and detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD and related software
Develop 3D models of existing and new structures for design and coordination purposes
Work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure design intent and project requirements are achieved
Create visualization aids (sketches, renderings, or diagrams) to support concept development and client presentations
Identify geometric constraints and proactively communicate design conflicts or field conditions
Coordinate drawing production with other disciplines to ensure design integration and consistency
Review and perform quality checks on drawings and layouts prepared by junior designers or technicians
Maintain consistent file organization, drawing standards, and layer management according to company guidelines
Support the development of as-built drawings and record documentation using field data or redlines
Participate in virtual coordination meetings and provide design input on constructability
Assist with proposal graphics, concept layouts, and visualizations as needed
Provide mentorship and drafting guidance to junior staff when required

Qualification

Structural designAutoCADRevitCivil 3DBluebeamConstruction sequencingCommunicationDetail-orientedSelf-motivatedMentorship

Required

8+ years of experience in structural design for marine, bridge, or heavy civil projects
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2D and 3D) and familiarity with Revit or Civil 3D preferred
Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Teams, and other collaborative platforms
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, materials, and field coordination
Ability to interpret engineering sketches, technical notes, and design calculations
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote, multidisciplinary team
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple design tasks independently
Working knowledge of marine structures, including piles, caps, decks, fenders, and mooring systems

Company

ORION

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Orion is a specialty construction company offering Marine, Concrete, and Engineering & Consulting services across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.

H1B Sponsorship

ORION has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$140M
Key Investors
UMB Bank
2025-12-29Post Ipo Debt· $120M
2020-06-08Post Ipo Debt· $20M
2007-12-21IPO

Leadership Team

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Travis Boone
President and CEO
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Alison Vasquez
EVP, CFO and Treasurer
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