Structural Designer

Summary

The Structural Designer is responsible for performing standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations. Extracts design/architectural data from various prescribed sources. Processes data following well-defined methods. Performs routine analysis to check applicability, accuracy, and reasonableness of data.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs routine layout and design tasks for routine projects.
• Learns to and assists others in obtaining field measurements.
• Produces sketches and system schematics for routine design tasks.
• Incorporates design concepts into design development and works with project team to produce construction documents.
• Coordinates clearances with other design professionals.
• Selects details which will be used on projects.
• Documents existing conditions and performs some troubleshooting.
• Edits technical specifications sections.
• Reviews drawings and documents to ensure compliance with firm design and production standards.
• Uses computer programs and spreadsheets for engineering presentations.

Specialized Training, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Keeps current on the “state of the art” in their design specialty through a review of periodicals and continuing education.
• Integrity, sense of responsibility, independent judgment.
• Ability to delegate tasks and duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in the PC/windows environment with experience in e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical or Associates Degree in applicable design disciplines from an accredited technical institution or college required.
• T2 : 1+ years of previous design training or experience required
• T3: 3+ years of previous design experience required.
• Valid Drivers’ License required.
• MUST be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Revit.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment at REW headquarters in North Olmsted, Ohio.

This is typically a full-time position, which is defined as being scheduled an average of 40 hours per week. 

Tools And Equipment Used

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee typically works in a normal office environment. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Travel may be required for this position.

Notice

This job description in no way constitutes a contract of employment and is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and activities may change at any time with or without advance notice.