VFP, Inc.

Structural Designer

VFP, Inc.  •  Roanoke, VA (Onsite)  •  24 days ago
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Job Description

Job Location: HQ - Roanoke, VA 24018
Job

Summary
Responsible for the design, development, alteration, or modification of shelter drawings and structural systems as assigned by the department manager.
Essential Job Functions
- Prepares a wide variety of detailed drawings for the shelter and electrical design and is responsible for their accuracy.
- Breaks down information obtained from the bid letter, customer specification, customer supplied drawings and electrical designer drawings to do shelter design.
- Performs a variety of calculations following standard procedures.
- Prepare work orders (detailed BOM) while drawings are in progress.
- Works on projects of significant complexity composing of mainly single concrete shelters with exposure to lightweight metal and multipiece shelters.
- Completes projects with minimal supervision.
- Assists other designers as needed.
- Checks/Marks up team members drawings as required.
- Renders technical assistance to factory personnel, sales staff or customers as needed.
- Possible travel as needed.
- Performs other assigned duties as required by management.

Qualifications
- Four (4) years Structural/Civil Engineering degree preferred.
- 2 to 4 years on the job Structural Engineering/Designing experience.
- AutoCAD or Revit
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer programs: Windows, Word, Excel, the latest release of AutoCAD, the latest release of Revit.
- Knowledge of algebra and geometry and mathematical formulas.
- Technical ability in the Structural, Architectural, and Mechanical fields.
VFP, Inc.

About VFP, Inc.

An equipment shelter / building manufacturer.

VFP, Inc., an employee owned company, is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, integration and on-site installation. Since 1965, VFP has earned a worldwide reputation for quality workmanship and superior customer service.

VFP shelters protect critical equipment in all 50 states and around the world on seven continents. From the Sahara desert and the Australian Outback to the South Pole, VFP buildings have withstood hurricanes, earthquakes and the full spectrum of environmental extremes.

Our manufacturing facilities occupy over 200,000 square feet in two buildings in Duffield, Virginia. The facilities allow all construction and equipment integration to be performed under one roof, which provides for timely completion and consistent quality.

Our valued customers are always welcome at our two manufacturing plants because we are proud of our products and the skilled people who produce them.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Roanoke, Virginia
Year Founded
1965
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