Civil/Structural Designer - Oil and Gas

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Atwell is seeking a Structural Designer to execute and coordinate oil and gas facility designs including pipelines, compressor stations, terminals. The role focuses on ductwork, reinforced concrete, and structural steel, delivering construction documents and verifying field conditions. Strong Autodesk Inventor skills (2021 to 2023) and at least 3 years of AutoCAD or CADWorx for industrial structures or piping are required, with an Associate degree preferred. You will manage multiple projects, maintain detail libraries, and ensure compliance with client specs and industry codes. Compensation ranges from $30 to $60 per hour plus bonuses. Tips: tailor your resume to oil and gas projects, quantify outcomes, highlight Inventor and CAD proficiency, and show collaboration with the Lead Structural Engineer.

Position Snapshot

Atwell is seeking a Structural Designer with experience in the Oil and Gas industry. Current projects include oil and natural gas, CO₂, hydrogen, and renewable natural gas (RNG) pipelines and related facilities.

As a Structural Designer at Atwell, you will be responsible for executing and coordinating structural design efforts with a strong understanding of project scope, schedule, key milestones, deliverables, and allocated design hours. You will ensure that all work adheres to Atwell’s quality standards, client specifications, and applicable industry codes while supporting the design process from concept through construction documentation.

This role will primarily involve the design of industrial ductwork, reinforced concrete structures, and structural steel components for pipeline and facility projects. Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor is strongly preferred, along with experience producing detailed construction drawings for industrial and midstream energy infrastructure.

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Interpret and implement structural design input from the Lead Structural Engineer for oil and gas facilities, including pipelines, compressor stations, terminals, and processing plants
• Develop detailed construction documents, including structural plans, sections, and connection details for steel and concrete structures commonly used in oil and gas infrastructure
• Revise drawings based on redlines and ensure all affected sheets and disciplines are properly coordinated and updated
• Perform periodic field visits to verify existing conditions, collect structural framing measurements, and support as-built documentation
• Effectively manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining high-quality deliverables and meeting established deadlines
• Maintain, update, and organize structural detail libraries and base files to support consistency, efficiency, and future project use

Job Requirements 

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Drafting & Design Technology, or a related field (preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and structural plan sets, particularly for oil and gas facilities such as pipelines, terminals, and process plants
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (versions 2021, 2022, or 2023) is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience using AutoCAD and/or CADWorx for industrial structural or piping design
• Ability to perform under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills, and a willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative design team

Pay Range - $30-$60 an hour base + bonus. 

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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