Civil/Structural Designer, Senior

Audubon is currently seeking a Civil/Structural Designer, Sr. to join our team in our Metairie, LA Office. The Civil/Structural Designer will perform assignments associated with designing civil/structural equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare complete design packages which may include, but not be limited to, preliminary,

• conceptual, and construction deliverables as well as engineering calculations.

• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.

• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.

• Perform sizing and load calculations associated with foundations and simple-span beams, using charts and tables, as required, to complete work assignments.

• Check detailed sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.

• Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.

• Prepare bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete. Revise drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.

• Implement revisions and change control per company standards at the direction of engineers.

• Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.

• Continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.

• Confirm specification and code compliance, equipment compatibility, and optimal cost savings.

• Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions

• Ensure accuracy of completed drawings before final release and verify drawings meet company and industry standards.

• Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.

• Assist with proposal compilation utilizing computer aided design equipment and/or graphic tools to prepare high-level layouts and sketches.

• Utilize 2D or 3D computer aided design software to create layouts of civil/structural systems, devices and components, and create fabrication and assembly drawings.

• Create technical specifications to facilitate the procurement, fabrication, and installation of components.

• Create documentation required to process Engineering Change Orders (ECO).

• Utilize engineering sketches, specifications and supporting documents in the designing, detailing, documenting, and verifying of civil/structural parts, subassemblies, assemblies or system configurations.

• Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances and materials necessary for optimal construction.

• Analyze the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems and recommend possible solutions or alternate construction options.

• Produce drawings and deliverables utilizing company standards within project-approved schedule and budget.

• Complete man-hour estimates for discipline specific scope of work.

• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.

• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.

• Perform field data gathering when required to complete project deliverables within approved project scope and schedule.

• Track and maintain a continued awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.

• Develop detailed design schedules in coordination with the scheduler/planner, engineering, and project management personnel.

• Confirm that discipline-specific drawing quality is correct, consistent and legible.

• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.

• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:

• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety

• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities

• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions

• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.

• AutoCAD software experience required.

• CADWorx software experience required.

• PDMS software experience preferred.

• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.

• Field experience required.

• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation,

• chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.

• Small/Medium project lead experience required.

• Large project lead experience preferred.

• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.

• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.

• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.

• Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.

• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Ability to read and understand drawing markups to determine drafting requirements.

• Ability to utilize conventional drafting tools and CAD software to execute drafting requirements.

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings

No Recruiters, please!

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