2D CAD Designer

Job: Autocad DesignerExperience: 4+ yearsSalary Range: $62,500 - $83,000Autocad 2DHybrid: 3 days in officeFull-time, direct hire, benefitsTravel: Less than 10%Key Responsibilities: structural steel platforms, equipment supports, pile support systems, pipe supports, cable tray supports, pipe & cable tray racks & bridges, industrial buildings, reinforced concrete foundations, piers, pile caps and slabs.Job Description:RT Patterson has an immediate opening in our Merrillville, Indiana office for a full-time Structural Designer to design and prepare construction documentation (drawings) for heavy industrial equipment and structural foundations, piles, mill buildings, structures/platforms, and pipe racks/supports. To do well in this role you have extensive experience as a Structural Designer in an industrial setting.Structural Designer Responsibilities:• Perform independent design of light structures including building steel, stairs/platforms, and equipment supports.• Perform independent design of basic concrete structures/foundations including footers, trenches, floor slabs and walls.• Conduct field/site trips and investigations associated with a project to obtain needed information and measurements.• Experience with structural design that includes structural steel platforms, equipment supports, pile support systems, pipe supports, cable tray supports, pipe & cable tray racks & bridges, industrial buildings, reinforced concrete foundations, piers, pile caps and slabs.• Checking of Construction drawing sets.• Review and Approval of Shop Fabrication Detail drawings.Structural Designer Requirements:• Minimum of a Certificate of Drafting and Design is required to apply; Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited school preferred.• 4+ years continuous employment experience in similar job role, including internship or cooperative program experience.• Possess a working knowledge of structural steel materials and framing techniques.• Possess a working knowledge of concrete construction methodology and reinforcement.• Possess a working knowledge of current industrial construction methods.• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes/practices for design, construction and safety• Proficient in the use of 2D/3D AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft TEAMS.• Ability to travel to client sites and perform physically demanding field activities to obtain needed information.• Exhibits high attention level to details and accuracy.• Good problem-solving abilities, ability to think outside-the-box.• Good time management skills with the ability to multi-task without losing focus or precision.• A strong drive to deliver against schedule, budget and quality commitments• Familiarity with health and safety regulations• Strong oral and written English communication skills.• Strong organizational skills.