Overview
Shape the Future of Structural Steel Design - Join Meyers Constructors, Inc. as a Structural Steel Designer!
Position Title : Structural Steel Designer
Company Name : Meyers Constructors, Inc.
Location : Central California
Salary : $70,000 - $140,000 (depending on experience)
Job Overview
Meyers Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Structural Steel Designer to join our Structural Steel Division. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing architectural and structural plans, preparing submittals, and producing precise shop drawings that guide our fabrication team. You will help achieve quality goals, meet project deadlines, and ensure seamless coordination between architects, engineers, project managers, and the fabrication shop.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan & Drawing Review
- Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
- Incorporate responses to RFIs generated by the Project Manager.
- Calculate lengths, dimensions, and tolerances of steel elements.
- Apply geometric calculations including rise, run, and radius.
- Shop Drawing & Submittals
- Prepare accurate submittals in line with project schedules.
- Produce shop drawings for structural and miscellaneous steel items, including dimensions, welds, holes, and locations.
- Vendor & Design Coordination
- Collaborate with engineers and architects to interpret and implement design requirements.
- Team Coordination
- Work closely with project managers, production managers, and fabrication managers to provide technical support.
- Update team members on detailing progress to maintain timelines and ensure customer communication.
Required Skills & Abilities
Ability to distinguish between trade drawings (Architectural, Structural, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical).Strong understanding of plan / section nomenclature.Ability to interpret and assess structural / miscellaneous steel details in drawings.Skilled at identifying conflicts between various trade drawings.Ability to use and interpret drawing scales accurately.Demonstrated proficiency in Tekla Structures for modeling and detailing.Education & Experience
Proven experience as a Structural Steel Designer with a strong project portfolio.5+ years of structural steel construction experience.Proficiency in AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, and other detailing software.Solid understanding of structural engineering principles and construction processes.Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods working at a computer workstation.Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.Ability to travel to project sites as required.Comfort navigating job sites and active construction environments.Salary & Benefits
Base Salary : $70,000-$140,000+ per year (based on experience).Full Benefits Package, including :Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife InsurancePaid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)401(k) Retirement Savings with Company MatchWeekly Pay CyclePaid Training and CertificationsTech Package (Smartphone or Tablet)Company Events & Employee RewardsEmployee gym at main facilitySchedule
Full-Time - Monday to FridayOccasional travel to job sites as requiredWork Location
Main Office - Central CaliforniaProject Site Visits - Structural steel projects across Central California and Coast regionsEqual Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Compliance Notice : A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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