
Structural Designer
Garver Engineering, Harlingen, TX, United States
Overview
Structural Designer
– Harlingen, Texas
As a member of our growing Water Design team, the Structural Designer will be responsible for developing and detailing Rev it 3D models and construction drawings for water and wastewater facilities projects. This role collaborates closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support the design and delivery of treatment plants, pump stations, and related facilities. The Water Design Center uses BIM technology, predominantly Revit software, to produce high-quality structural models and drawings. Typical projects include reinforced concrete basins, tanks, process structures, equipment foundations, and building structures within water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Primary responsibilities
Develop and maintain structural Revit 3D models with moderate to high autonomy
Prepare plans, sections, and detailed structural drawings for concrete, steel, and masonry systems
Assist in model coordination and clash detection using BIM tools
Produce construction documents in coordination with engineers and project teams
Incorporate field data, redlines, and as-built information into models and drawings
Work as a team with technicians and designers of various levels and disciplines (process, structural, mechanical, and electrical) along with Project Leaders and design teams to execute projects
Arrange necessary resources for file sharing and communication to effectively share design files across the company or with clients, sub consultants, and contractors
Maintain strong communication with engineers and project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and avoid potential conflicts
Quality program compliance, including QA/QC to ensure all projects adhere to company standards
About Garver's Water Design Center The Water Design Center (WDC) is a knowledge-based hub that excels in highly technical, multi-discipline water and wastewater designs. The WDC specializes in large, high-volume, custom treatment plant projects with advanced technologies. Centralizing the location of the WDC means communication, coordination, and participation with team members is constant. This collaboration benefits the client through project delivery schedule and design quality, as well as opportunity for team collaboration and professional growth.
Requirements
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, BIM, Engineering Technology, or related field
5+ years of structural drafting/design experience (water/wastewater preferred)
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required); AutoCAD experience is a plus
Experience with reinforced concrete, masonry building, and structural steel detailing
Strong understanding of structural construction drawings and structural systems
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
Preferred Skills
Understanding of water or wastewater treatment specific structural design
Experience using Bluebeam software
Experience with file sharing protocols and other methods of file transfer
Good communication and training skills (verbal and written)
Associate degree or higher with a focus on CAD/BIM
Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM360 file sharing software
Grow With Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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– Harlingen, Texas
As a member of our growing Water Design team, the Structural Designer will be responsible for developing and detailing Rev it 3D models and construction drawings for water and wastewater facilities projects. This role collaborates closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support the design and delivery of treatment plants, pump stations, and related facilities. The Water Design Center uses BIM technology, predominantly Revit software, to produce high-quality structural models and drawings. Typical projects include reinforced concrete basins, tanks, process structures, equipment foundations, and building structures within water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Primary responsibilities
Develop and maintain structural Revit 3D models with moderate to high autonomy
Prepare plans, sections, and detailed structural drawings for concrete, steel, and masonry systems
Assist in model coordination and clash detection using BIM tools
Produce construction documents in coordination with engineers and project teams
Incorporate field data, redlines, and as-built information into models and drawings
Work as a team with technicians and designers of various levels and disciplines (process, structural, mechanical, and electrical) along with Project Leaders and design teams to execute projects
Arrange necessary resources for file sharing and communication to effectively share design files across the company or with clients, sub consultants, and contractors
Maintain strong communication with engineers and project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and avoid potential conflicts
Quality program compliance, including QA/QC to ensure all projects adhere to company standards
About Garver's Water Design Center The Water Design Center (WDC) is a knowledge-based hub that excels in highly technical, multi-discipline water and wastewater designs. The WDC specializes in large, high-volume, custom treatment plant projects with advanced technologies. Centralizing the location of the WDC means communication, coordination, and participation with team members is constant. This collaboration benefits the client through project delivery schedule and design quality, as well as opportunity for team collaboration and professional growth.
Requirements
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, BIM, Engineering Technology, or related field
5+ years of structural drafting/design experience (water/wastewater preferred)
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required); AutoCAD experience is a plus
Experience with reinforced concrete, masonry building, and structural steel detailing
Strong understanding of structural construction drawings and structural systems
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
Preferred Skills
Understanding of water or wastewater treatment specific structural design
Experience using Bluebeam software
Experience with file sharing protocols and other methods of file transfer
Good communication and training skills (verbal and written)
Associate degree or higher with a focus on CAD/BIM
Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM360 file sharing software
Grow With Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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