Designer - Industrial Construction

Position Overview

Our Company values employees as our most valuable asset and is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where community involvement and employee empowerment thrive. The Industrial – Professional Services business team is seeking Designer III and Senior Designer candidates for our Minneapolis, Minnesota office. Candidates with prior facility/process and civil/structure design experience, and a background in design-build engineering in construction, are highly desired.

Key Responsibilities

Designer III:

• Evaluate and research diverse design solution methods
• Make design decisions on assigned project(s)
• Develop a task plan and execute assignments in conformance with project-specific documentation
• Execute project goals while collaborating with project teams
• Monitor quality control during design and construction processes
• Mentor team members and delegate tasks to promote growth
• Review and obtain approval on scope of work with Senior Designer when appropriate
• Oversee drafting to ensure conformance with engineered designs
• Monitor engineering costs against project budget
• Understand contract terms, project scope, schedule, and estimates for assigned projects
• Make informed decisions on structure designs by understanding facility/process and civil/structural design
• Collaborate closely with clients to achieve unique design requirements
• Keep abreast of the latest industry technology and techniques
• Participate in marketing Company engineering and construction services
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and co-workers
• Perform other duties as dictated by the needs of the project
• Business travel will be required

Senior Designer:

• Perform related tasks as listed for a Designer III
• Develop a task plan and execute assignments in conformance with project-specific documentation
• Create and maintain equipment lists for assigned project(s)
• Review and provide feedback on designs produced by less-experienced Designers
• Perform other duties as dictated by the needs of the project
• Business travel will be required

Required Qualifications

• Education: An Associate's degree is required; an Industry-related Bachelor's degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Vocational/trade school experience and/or construction background is preferred; ag business experience is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years in facility/process design, civil/structural design, or related industry experience required. Additionally, Designer III requires at least five (5) years of design engineering experience, while Senior Designer requires at least seven (7) years.
• Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD is essential. Procore experience is a plus.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem solving skills, team leadership, business acumen, negotiation, relationship building, organization, effective communication, project management, judgment, initiative, time management, attention to detail, and flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in facility/process and civil/structure designing is preferred.
• Background in design-build engineering in construction is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards