Structural Technician - MDS Staffing

Technician/Designer

Detailed, focused, team-oriented…does this sound like you? Are you looking for an established firm that provides opportunities for professional growth and training? If your answer is yes, then we have a position that might be the right fit for you. We’re looking for an analytical entry- to mid-level technician/designer to join our team!

In addition to safeguarding the health and welfare of the general public, our Structural team plays a key role in helping project end users achieve their goals through the design of structural systems and foundations. Our project work occurs all over the world, including high wind and seismically active locations.

Buildings group provides engineering and design services for commercial projects in a variety of markets including retail, corporate, hospitality, government, and manufacturing.

Technician/Designer Responsibilities:

• Layout plans, sections and details to specified CAD standards.
• Identify redlines on drawings created by others and accurately make required changes.
• Coordinate plotter maintenance and project archiving as requested.
• Occasional travel to construction job sites.

Additional Designer Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and distribute work to Technicians.
• Review and back-check Technician’s work.
• Coordinate with design team members and product vendors.
• Communicate with clients and/or contractors regarding RFI’s and field questions.
• Maintain awareness of fees and drafting time, understand project scope and identify potential additional service items.
• Review shop drawings.
• Attend internal coordination meetings and client coordination meetings as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Technician: Certificate in construction related design/drafting or higher OR at least one year of directly related experience
• Designer: Certificate in construction related design/drafting or higher and at least three years of directly related experience OR at least four years of directly related experience

BENEFITS: Flexible work, competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), profit-sharing, paid holidays, PTO, wellness programs, flexible schedules, LinkedIn Learning subscription, paid parental leave, professional development opportunities and more.