Career Opportunites
Civil/Structural CAD Designer
Overview
As part of the M&A design team, the Civil/Structural CAD Designer will be responsible for the preparation of construction drawings for projects including, but not limited to, structural plans, sections and details, stormwater design and permitting, commercial site development layouts, utility system design, and erosion and sediment control plans and details.
Essential functions (may include but are not limited to):
• Support the engineering team with CAD knowledge.
• Develop CAD drawings for assigned department.
• Create plans independently and under direction from senior staff.
• Maintain project drawing files.
• Complete red line mark-ups and address design comments.
• Organize and prepare a variety of complex layouts and drawings from written or verbal specifications or from rough detailed sketches.
• Follow CAD standards for the project established by the client, firm, and industry.
• Recommend standards and symbols to meet specialized needs of a particular project, or to facilitate or improve CAD productivity.
• Maintain current knowledge of design and drafting procedures in specialty field.
• Use basic quantity and geometry calculations in creation of drawings.
• Perform mathematical calculations and quantity takeoffs.
• Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little or no advanced notice.
Essential Qualifications
• Associates of Science Degree in engineering or engineering-related field
• One year of experience in structural and/or civil engineering drafting and design; land development experience desired. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.
Required Knowledge, Ability, And Skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, pay attention to detail, and follow-up on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect privileged client information and documents appropriately.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a high-volume office environment under pressure of heavy deadlines.
• Knowledge of correct English usage including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus.
Licensure
• Valid drivers’ license and maintenance of satisfactory driving record.
Supervisory Responsibilities
There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.
Telecommuting
Due to the collaborative nature of this position and accessibility for in-house client meetings, it is important that this position physically work in the Mount Airy, NC office.
Environment
Work usually takes place in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office setting. Site visits may occasionally take place in an outdoor environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
• Associate of Science (Preferred)
Benefits:
• Bonuses
• 401(k) matching
• Profit sharing
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision reimbursement
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Relevant: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
Mount Airy, NC
Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply
Only full-time employees eligible
Structural Engineer
Overview
As part of the M&A design team, the Structural Engineer will be responsible for the analysis/design of steel, concrete, timber and masonry structures for commercial and industrial projects. Position also entails the supervision of junior engineering and CAD personnel. Position will report to Engineering Manager and Owner.
Essential Functions (may include but are not limited to):
• Perform structural analysis/design.
• Supervise (i.e. guide and check calculations) junior engineers.
• Supervise CAD personnel.
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budget of projects.
• Marketing/Business Development.
• Report to Engineering Manager and Owner.
• Recommend engineering or CAD improvements that will improve the overall quality of the company and its deliverables.
• Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little to no advanced notice.
Essential Qualifications
• Bachelors of Science Degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in structural engineering.
• Masters of Science Degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum of five years experience in structural engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer (preferred) with ability to become registered in additional states.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.
• Proficiency in STAAD, Enercalc, MathCAD and other structural analysis software.
Required Knowledge, Ability, And Skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, pay attention to detail, and follow-up on assignments.
• Ability to effectively supervise junior engineer and CAD personnel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect privileged client information and documents appropriately.
• Ability to market engineering service to existing and new clients.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a high-volume office environment under pressure of heavy deadlines.
• Knowledge of correct English usage including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus.
Licensure
• Valid drivers’ license and maintenance of satisfactory driving record.
• Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer (preferred).
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Supervise junior engineer and CAD personnel.
• Report to Engineering Manager and Owner.
Telecommuting
Due to the collaborative nature of this position and accessibility for in-house client meetings, it is important that this position physically work in the Mount Airy, NC office.
Environment
Work usually takes place in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office setting. Site visits may occasionally take place in an outdoor environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
• Bachelor of Science
• Master of Science
Benefits:
• Bonuses
• 401(k) matching