Structural Designer - Advanced Power Generation

To qualify for the Structural Designer role at Black & Veatch, candidates should possess a minimum of 3 years of related work experience in structural design. Proficiency with electronic applications such as CADD is essential, and familiarity with preferred tools like Bentley Open Buildings Experience, AutoDesk AutoCad, and Bentley Microstation 2D/3D will enhance your candidacy.

As a Structural Designer at Black & Veatch, you will be responsible for creating and modifying engineering deliverables while ensuring they align with company standards and quality requirements. Additionally, you’ll assist in project coordination with various teams, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and proactively apply your knowledge to enhance project outcomes.

The work environment for a Structural Designer at Black & Veatch is hybrid, allowing for three days in the office and two days working from home, supporting both flexibility and collaboration. This setup creates a productive atmosphere that balances professional engagement with personal well-being.

Successful Structural Designers at Black & Veatch should have strong competencies in Computer Automated Drafting Design (CADD), engineering principles, and document control processes. Additional skills such as problem-solving, time management, and the willingness to learn are highly valued and will contribute to your effectiveness in this role.

Absolutely! At Black & Veatch, we believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their careers. As a Structural Designer, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and creativity, allowing you to explore new possibilities.

When answering this question, highlight specific CADD software you've used, such as AutoCAD or Bentley Microstation. Discuss how you've utilized these tools in past projects, the complexity of the tasks you've handled, and any innovative solutions you've implemented to improve the design process.

It's important to demonstrate your understanding of quality control processes. Explain how you follow established engineering standards and project specifications, double-check your work, and proactively seek feedback from peers to ensure that your deliverables meet or exceed client expectations.

Share a specific example where you faced challenges in structural design. Discuss how you approached problem-solving, any team collaboration involved, and the final outcome. Highlight the lessons learned and how this experience has shaped your skills as a designer.

Describe your strategies for maintaining clear communication with other engineering teams. Emphasize the importance of gathering diverse perspectives to create cohesive design solutions and how you manage project meetings and documentation to facilitate this collaboration.

Show your commitment to professional development by discussing how you actively seek out new information through webinars, relevant publications, and networking within professional organizations. Mention any recent technologies or trends that you find particularly exciting and relevant to structural design.

Explain your prioritization techniques, such as assessing project impacts, communicating with stakeholders, and possibly negotiating deadlines. Share examples of how you've effectively managed multiple deadlines to ensure quality deliverables without compromising on timelines.

Discuss how Structural Designers contribute to sustainable initiatives by designing energy-efficient structures or incorporating sustainable materials. Share your perspective on the importance of environmentally-friendly practices in structural design and how you’ve integrated them into your work.

Share your systematic approach to documenting changes, whether through project management software or your own methods. Emphasize the importance of staying organized and how you communicate revisions with your team to ensure everyone is aligned.

Outline your process for managing feedback and revisions effectively, such as using version control, setting clear revision timelines, and maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders. Highlight how you handle multiple revision requests while maintaining quality.

Use this opportunity to express your passion for the company’s mission and values, as well as your interest in their projects and culture. Explain how your skills and experiences align with the company’s goals, and illustrate how you envision contributing to their future efforts in power generation.