NorthStar Energy Services

Overview

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, provides engineering, design, procurement, construction, and support services to various industries. They are seeking an experienced Designer to join their Professional Engineering Consulting team in Texas, focusing on civil and structural design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3D models of foundation and structural steel systems using CADWorx Plant/CADWorx Structure.
• Produce detailed design drawings, layouts, and models from engineering calculations and specifications.
• Independently generate and update 3D structural models and 2D engineering drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with engineering and design disciplines to ensure proper model integration and design accuracy.
• Participate in 3D model coordination activities, including clash detection and interface resolution.
• Interface with engineers, construction personnel, and equipment suppliers to ensure design compatibility.
• Assist Discipline Engineers in reviewing structural steel shop fabrication drawings for compliance.
• Utilize Autodesk Navisworks for 3D model navigation and multidisciplinary design reviews.
• Support project teams in maintaining accurate models and drawing documentation.
• Compile and maintain project documentation, including status reports and material quantity calculations.
• Produce 2D detailed drawings and prepare drawing packages for various deliverables.
• Apply quality control procedures and checklists for deliverables.
• Support design reviews and client meetings by preparing civil-structural deliverables.
• Maintain revision control and ensure all updates are captured as construction-ready documentation.
• Prepare concrete details and location drawings for support foundations.
• Develop concrete foundation detail drawings for various equipment.
• Produce structural detail and layout drawings for equipment skids and access platforms.
• Create demolition drawings for existing civil and structural components.
• Prepare reinforcement schedules and structural bill of materials to support construction activities.
• Research and apply company drafting standards and regulatory codes to civil-structural drawings.
• Perform independent QA/QC reviews of civil-structural design and deliverables.
• Verify that site-development drawings align with overall civil-structural design intent.
• Support Professional Engineers during the design phase and coordinate drafting requirements.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum of three years of experience in civil-structural systems design.
• Minimum of five years of experience with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
• Detailed knowledge of Codes and current Standards, including ACI 318, AISC, and OSHA.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision

Additional Information

• Location: Arlington or Houston, Texas.
• All qualified candidates will be required to complete an in-person, computer-based assessment.