Senior computer design designer

Job Title : Senior Civil and Structural Designer Location : Charlotte North Carolina

Duration : Permanent

Position Summary :

This position requires providing conceptual and detailed design of civil / structural systems and components used during project execution of Direct Reduction (DR) iron plants.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Provide technical direction to Designers and / or contract personnel assigned to the project team.

Duties / Responsibilities :

Give direction to Designers and contract personnel.

Perform computer aided modeling and drafting necessary to create a 3D model and 2D civil / structural drawings for the basic and detailed engineering of a client’s DR plant.

Travel to job sites to perform reviews of existing structures, layouts, etc. for use in developing future plans, proposals, etc.

Travel on business trips and / or field assignments as required to carry out departmental tasks and functions.

Perform checking of civil / structural drawings for consistency with company standards, conceptual ideas, design, sketches, etc.

Assist Engineers by suggesting design changes that might improve the desired results of the design.

Provide assistance to Mechanical Engineers and Designers in the layout of equipment, ducting, etc. with input for their structural support.

Coordinate work on projects with outside engineering consultants.

Work as a teammate with all company departments and employees in all assignments. Work toward building consensus on all assignments by finding solutions which meet the best interests of all parties involved.

Skills / Abilities : Required :

Be proficient in the use of 3D computer modeling skills using design software such as Aveva E3D and PDMS (or equivalent).

Be proficient in the use of AutoCAD software and related Autodesk products.

Ability to take conceptual designs, sketches and ideas from Engineers and develop the details necessary for a complete, engineered 3D model and 2D drawings capable of being used for purchasing, erection in the field, design analysis, etc.

Knowledge of and experience with personal computer hardware / software.

Ability to meet schedule and deliverable deadlines.

Excellent technical writing and interpersonal skills.

Preferred :

Advanced 3D computer modeling skills using Aveva E3D and PDMS products.

Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and developing lists for engineering.

Education and Experience :

Associate Degree in civil and / or mechanical discipline.

Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in a technical environment, preferably related to heavy industrial facilities.

Travel Requirements :

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%, based on project demands).