Senior Structural Designer
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Engineering
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering -
Design & Architecture
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists
Senior Structural Designer (20 years)
Location
- Birmingham, AL
Client
- Alabama Power
Contract- 2 Years
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Structural Designer II with 20+ years of heavy industrial and/or power plant design experience
. This role will support structural design activities involving structural steel, reinforced concrete, and ductwork
, including 3D modeling, design drawings, material takeoffs, vendor drawing reviews, and field verification.
The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD experience, a solid structural detailing background, and the ability to work effectively with engineers, plant personnel, contractors, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities- Develop 3D models and design drawings for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and/or ductwork.
- Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, and detailed structural drawings.
- Review vendor and shop fabrication drawings for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare material takeoffs and assist with project cost estimates.
- Coordinate structural design activities with other engineering disciplines, clients, contractors, and vendors.
- Perform site walkdowns to verify existing conditions and obtain field information.
- Evaluate constructability and resolve field/design issues.
- Incorporate engineering comments, field data, and design changes into drawings and models.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and concise drawing notes and documentation.
- Support design quality, safety, and project schedule requirements.
- 20+ years of structural design experience in heavy industrial, power generation, or similar facilities.
- Strong proficiency with
AutoCAD
. - Experience designing and detailing:
- Structural steel
- Reinforced concrete
- Industrial structures and/or ductwork
- Experience preparing engineering drawings, layouts, and material takeoffs.
- Experience reviewing fabrication and vendor shop drawings.
- Ability to perform field walkdowns and support constructability reviews.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
- Strong 3D modeling experience
. - Experience with Bentley/Microsoft-based design tools and/or Advance Steel
. - Steel and concrete detailing background.
- Previous power plant or utility engineering experience.
Structural Design | AutoCAD | 3D Modeling | Structural Steel | Reinforced Concrete | Advance Steel | Bentley | Steel Detailing | Concrete Detailing | Ductwork | Material Takeoffs | Shop Drawing Review | Field Walkdowns | Constructability | Power Plant Design | Heavy Industrial
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