Dashiell Corporation

Structural Designer

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypePart-time

About This Job

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.


Job Title: Structural Designer

Job Location: 12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034


Primary Function

Perform routine design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in structural drafting of steel structures and concrete foundations. Successful candidates may be placed in a Designer I, II or III titles depending on skill and experience level.


Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:

Produce new drawings from examples of previous projects and/or standards
Oversee project-specific activities of drafters and more junior designers
Research information in catalogues, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material
Calculate structure heights and weights, concrete volumes, equipment fit-up, or other basic tasks
Develop design documents, drawings, and bills of materials
Learn and use task-specific software
Learn and properly use the document management system
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments; travel will be minimal
Other duties as required


Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Certificate in Drafting and/or Design is required; equivalent experience with AutoCAD may be considered in lieu of certificate. Associate's degree in Drafting/Design is preferred. A minimum of 2 years of civil/structural design is required; substation design experience is preferred.


Possess Skills In The Following Areas

Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with Microstation V8 & V8i is preferred
Experience in structural drafting of steel structures and concrete foundations
Knowledge of the types of drawings required for foundation and steel construction
Knowledge of the major components of a substation is preferred
Basic knowledge of civil / structural codes and standards (AISC and ACI)
Mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry
Basic oral and written communications
Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software
Working in a team environment
Communicating effectively with co-workers


Physical Requirements

This position requires minimal physical effort.
Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year around weather conditions and noise.
Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

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