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Structural Design Technician (44964)
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$66,140 / year median in Oregon
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4566711
Job Title:
Structural Design Technician (44964)
Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Job Location:
Hillsboro
Date Posted:
09/10/2026
Hours Worked Per Week:
Not Provided
Shift:
Not Provided
Duration of Job:
Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months
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Job Summary As a Structural Design Technician, You are responsible for the creation, coordination, and publishing, of project deliverables including drawings, details, models, and other documentation necessary. The career level designer performs the key role of design development acting under the auspices of more senior level designers and engineers. It is the expectation that this level has developed the ability to act as a standalone entity able to take verbal direction and move the project forward. The career level designer performs work with minimal supervision, reviews the work of entry and intermediate level designers as well as early career engineers for accuracy and completeness, and provides technical guidance related to their area of work to designers and engineers of all levels where appropriate. At this level, creativity and drive to solve problems while hitting deadlines is an expectation. Depending on project need, assists with engineering calculations under the guidance of a project engineer.
General Tasks Performed:
Plans and conducts work requiring judgement, creativity, and coordination, in the layout and design of structural systems. Participates in design approach and proposes solutions. Prepares deliverables for all phases of the project including models, plans, elevations, sections, schedules, and details to support design and engineer leads for meetings, proposals, and construction documents. Attends and participates in design status updates for their areas of responsibility in discipline meetings both internal and external as needed. Reviews and adheres to specifications in developing and delivering quality designs. Provides specifications input and comments where appropriate. Coordinates designs and deliverables and resolves conflicts with / between all disciplines and existing field conditions where required. Performs field survey of existing conditions. Responds to design and coordination requests, conflict resolution requests, and information sharing requests in a timely manner. Provides labor estimates for proposed tasks for self. Reviewing and processing submittal documents.
Skills:
Has deep knowledge of required discipline subject areas as well as a high familiarity with other subject areas both within structural and other disciplines. Has a solid understanding of how your work affects scope, schedule, and budget. Understands the importance of identifying scope creep early with the ability to elevate to project leadership. Demonstrated ability to identify various options to solve technical problems, itemize pros and cons of each option, followed by the presentation of all options and findings to the design team and customer where appropriate. Ability to determine the correct path forward by asking pertinent questions and requesting clarity. Understands industry best practices. Provides leadership to more junior staff while maintaining a positive attitude and outlook. Demonstrates working knowledge of codes and standards. Ability to break a project down into required tasks, assign hours to each task, and provide work estimates to leadership on an as needed basis. Extensive modeling and drafting experience utilizing Revit and AutoCAD or other programs as necessary. Extensive model review experience utilizing Navisworks and Bluebeam. Ability to perform as an area or system lead designer. Has thorough understanding of discipline requirements. Associates degree in Computer Drafting and Design, similar course, or on the job experience. Experience in structural systems design in semiconductor or related high tech type facilities.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance