Structural Designer Job at Insight Global in Kansas City

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Staff or Senior Structural Designer to support large-scale Gas & Heavy Industrial (GHI) and power generation projects across the United States. This role will serve as a project-level lead designer, responsible for hands?on 3D structural modeling as well as coordination, quality control, and technical oversight of domestic and international design resources. The ideal candidate brings strong 3D structural design experience, a deep understanding of industrial structures, and the ability to work effectively in a BIM?driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Technical Leadership

Serve as the lead structural designer on assigned GHI projects, typically one major project at a time.

Model complex foundations and steel structures for power plants and heavy industrial facilities.

Provide technical direction and oversight to:

• U.S.-based designers
• Offshore design teams (e.g., Mumbai-based resources)
• Coordinate work sequencing and priorities across distributed teams

3D Modeling & Design

Develop detailed 3D structural models including:

• Equipment foundations
• Pipe racks
• Industrial buildings
• Structural steel framing

Create 2D deliverables from 3D models, including:

• Structural plans, sections, and elevations
• Foundation and rebar drawings
• Steel framing and connection details

Quality Control & BIM Oversight

Perform comprehensive QA/QC reviews of models and drawings.

Ensure models comply with internal standards and project specifications.

Run and review model reports (attributes, structure names, design areas, construction work areas, etc.).

Verify BIM data integrity and consistency across deliverables.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines.

Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers.

Provide input on constructability and fabrication considerations.

Support project execution from early design through construction documentation.

Project Types

• Combined cycle and thermal power plants
• Gas and heavy industrial facilities
• Industrial equipment buildings and structures
• Pipe rack systems and heavy foundations

Skills and Requirements

• 8 years of experience within structural design
• 3D drafting design software experience in either Tekla, AutoCAD or Revit (Tekla experience huge plus)
• BIM or VDC background
• Working experience in GHI industry (gas, heavy industrial)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

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