Senior Structural Designer

Position Summary

The Senior Structural Designer provides advanced drafting and design support for marine and heavy civil structure projects, including bulkheads, dolphins, trestles, bridges, piers, and terminals. This role is responsible for preparing detailed design drawings, assisting engineers in developing design packages, and ensuring all deliverables meet Orion’s quality standards. The Senior Structural Designer collaborates closely with engineers and project managers to produce accurate, constructible, and professional drawings that support efficient field execution.

• 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.

• 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.

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ company match
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Development

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Construction

Qualified applicants should apply through the company career page: