Job Title: Steel Designer Location: Alexandria, LA Duration: Full Time
About Us: Client is into civil/structural engineering firm based in Alexandria, Louisiana. We specialize in the design of high-voltage structures for substations and switchyards. We are currently seeking, immediately, an Experienced Steel Designer to join our team. Ideal candidates will have 1-3+ years of drafting experience and a strong background in structural steel and substation design.
Responsibilities:
Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to produce full-scale and detailed designs
Create drawings for foundations, steel structures, and platforms based on engineering input
Draft general arrangements (plan and elevation views), grounding plans, conduit layouts, fabrication drawings, and detail drawings
Calculate material quantities and assist with planning orders
Ensure drawings meet project requirements and deadlines
Collaborate with engineers and team members to maintain drawing accuracy and documentation
Perform other design-related tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Certificate from an accredited Drafting & Design program (required)
3+ years of CAD drafting experience (preferred)
Experience with AutoCAD (minimum 1 year preferred)
Strong understanding of structural detailing, layout, and geometry
Familiar with substation or steel design projects (preferred)
Proficient in algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
Able to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Must work on-site in Alexandria, LA (no remote work available)
Preferred Experience:
Physical substation design: 1 year
Steel design: 1 year
Engineering drawings: 1 year
AutoCAD: 1 year
Schedule:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Structural Steel Design: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Alexandria, LA 71303: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.This position's pay range is $26.00/Hourly - $35.00/Hourly.
