Review plans to see if structural support is required including wind/seismic loads.
Work with Quote/Estimator on designs to determine if support is needed and come up with a list of structural materials required for pricing.
Work with outside sources such as Architects and Structural Engineers to develop a design that works with site conditions.
Act as the liaison between sales and purchasing to provide cost effective structural drawings.
Prepare reports detailing structural designs, including materials used, load bearing capacity, and construction methods used.
Create drawings that show how each element of a structure will be constructed and how it will be assembled with other elements.
Calculate the amount of material needed to build structures according to specifications.
Create drawings for Vendors to fabricate materials for structural design along with making sure the design is understood before fabrication begins.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Architecture.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, etc.:
CAD Software:
AutoCAD
Inventor/Revit
Communication Skills: Will Communicate with several people throughout the process including outside Designers, Suppliers, Contractors and internal employees.
Problem Solving skills: Help find solutions to simple walk-in applications to complicated structures that may be interior in design or deal with outside elements.
