Position Summary
A Graduate Designer is responsible for supporting the design of building systems, preparing technical documents and providing general day to day design support under direct supervision and with a heavy focus on learning and development.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities
Drafting & Design
- Prepares design documents under the supervision of experienced engineering and design staff.
- Supports the review of shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Assists with engineering calculations as directed.
Business Development
- May support business development or pursuit activities under direct supervision.
- Occasionally participates in client, company and/or industry events.
Client Experience
- Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach.
- Partners with experienced engineering and design staff to understand client requirements and scope of work.
- Acts as a liaison to inform engineering and design teams of client and architect questions and relays responses.
- May visit job sites for observation and learning and development opportunities.
Continuous Learning & Development
- Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
- Acquires knowledge and fundamentals of common industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office products.
- Research and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards, asking questions as needed to ensure understanding and potential for application opportunities.
Core CompetenciesCommunication
- Keeps others informed conveying information clearly and with an appropriate level of detail.
- Listens attentively to others and takes an interest in what they have to say.
- Responds openly to others encouraging honest, productive communication.
Integrity
- Demonstrates consideration for the opinions, perspectives, and experiences of others.
- Takes responsibility for personal actions and delivers on commitments.
- Aims to understand how actions impact others.
Quality Orientation
- Takes steps to ensure work is done correctly.
- Delivers on client expectations.
- Strives to follow policies and procedures.
Teamwork/Inclusion
- Shares time and effort with others.
- Takes interest and learns from the diversity of others.
- Shows enthusiasm for team goals.
Continuous Learning
- Views mistakes as a growth opportunity.
- Recognizes gaps in personal knowledge and pursues opportunities to learn.
- Engages others when tackling an unfamiliar task or responsibility.
Functional/Technical Expertise
- Recognizes routine problems and identify solutions.
- Keeps up with industry and/or discipline standards.
- Maintains best practice throughout all job functions.
Required Education, Experience, Licenses & Technical Competencies
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) required.
- Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
- Relevant internship experience preferred.
- Exposure to engineering design fundamentals and fundamental knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards. Knowledge may be applicable to a limited range of practice, project or program types.
- Familiarity with Revit and Bluebeam Revu preferred.
- High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment and in group projects.
- Ability to receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Physical & Other Requirements
- Other duties as assigned.
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasional travel may be required (10–15%).
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis
Pay Transparency
Denver- $41.25 hourly ($85,800.00 salaried)
Las Vegas- $39.38 hourly ($81,910.40 salaried)
New York- $45.75 hourly ($95,160.00 salaried)
Los Angeles- $43.50 hourly ($90,480.00)
Washington D.C- $43.50 hourly ($90,480.00)