Civil Structural Designer in Birmingham

Job Description

Title: Senior Structural Designer II – Power Plant / Heavy Industrial

Location: Birmingham AL 35243

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Designer II to support major heavy industrial and power plant design projects. The ideal candidate will have 20+ years of structural design experience, with a strong background in power , industrial facilities, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and/or ductwork.

This position will collaborate with engineering teams, clients, contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to develop accurate, high-quality design deliverables and address field and constructability requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce 2D drawings and 3D models for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and/or ductwork.
• Develop structural layouts, conceptual designs, and detailed design drawings.
• Review vendor shop and fabrication drawings for accuracy and design compliance.
• Prepare material takeoffs and assist with project cost estimates.
• Coordinate structural design activities with other engineering disciplines, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct site walk-downs and field verifications to confirm existing conditions.
• Identify and resolve constructability issues during design and field activities.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate drawing notes.
• Support design development from conceptual stages through detailed design.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop strong working relationships with plant staff, engineering personnel, contractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications

• 20+ years of structural design experience in heavy industrial, power plant, or similar environments.
• Strong experience with structural steel and/or reinforced concrete design and detailing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience interpreting engineering specifications, vendor drawings, and field conditions.
• Strong understanding of structural design and drafting standards.
• Ability to perform field/site walk-downs and verify existing conditions.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to meet applicable site safety and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• 3D structural modeling experience strongly .
• Experience with Bentley/Microsoft structural software.
• Experience with Advance Steel or similar structural modeling/detailing software.
• Steel and/or concrete detailing experience.
• Experience supporting power or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience coordinating structural designs with engineering, construction, and plant operations teams.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned structural designer with extensive power plant or heavy industrial experience who can independently develop quality design deliverables, interpret field conditions, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and provide practical constructability solutions.

If you have a strong background in structural steel, reinforced concrete, AutoCAD, and industrial/power plant design, we encourage you to apply.