Structural Designer III- 4P/701
On-siteForest Park, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Produce structural engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for Transmission and Distribution substation and transmission line projects. Develop drawings for structural steel and reinforced concrete foundations while preparing and reviewing steel detailing drawings. Coordinate with engineers, drafters, fabrication shops, and project teams to resolve design issues and support project schedules, quality, safety, and cost objectives. Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritize workload as needed. This one-year hybrid contract includes approximately 25% travel for field meetings and site visits. The role supports Southern Company's infrastructure design efforts, requiring strong AutoCAD proficiency and experience with AISC, ASCE, and ACI codes.
Required Qualifications
- AutoCAD training, experience, or certification required.
- 10+ years of structural steel detailing experience, including commercial, industrial, stairs, handrails, or related structures.
- Experience as a structural steel detailer and checker.
- High-level experience using AutoCAD.
- Experience communicating with steel fabrication shops and resolving shop-related issues.
- Working knowledge of AISC, ASCE, and ACI codes.
- Working knowledge of AWS welding standards.
- Working knowledge of OSHA codes as they relate to steel design.
- Experience analyzing steel connections.
- Experience with reinforced concrete design.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate technical issues clearly and simply.
- Strong problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and build relationships at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities and deadlines.
- Customer-focused mindset with a willingness to meet customer needs and solicit feedback.
- Ability to work successfully in a hybrid/remote environment with reliable internet access.
Desired Qualifications
- Two-year degree from a technical school or university preferred.
- Experience creating substation drawings is a plus.
- Experience as a contractor or consultant to Georgia Power, Alabama Power, or Southern Company is a plus.
- Experience using 3D modeling software such as SDS Design Data, Tekla, or similar software.
- Design experience with transmission structures is a plus, but not required.
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