Design Tech

Description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: As a Design Tech candidate, you will have the exciting opportunity to kick-start your engineering design career by contributing to real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience, and collaborating with a team of skilled professionals. Whether you are a student eager to apply classroom knowledge or a recent graduate seeking practical exposure, our roles offer a chance to enhance your engineering design skills while making a meaningful impact on our ongoing projects.

Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Assist our engineering and design teams in various phases of project development, from concept design to implementation.


• Deliverables: With oversight, produce quality deliverables, including:




• General Notes


• Plans


• Elevations


• Details


• Schedules


• Typical details


• 3D Views




• Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including design specifications, and meeting notes.


• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering to ensure seamless project execution.


• Innovation: Contribute fresh ideas and insights to address engineering design challenges.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: High school graduate. Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited engineering design/CAD program are welcome to apply.


• Passion for Engineering Design: Strong interest in engineering design and a desire to build a successful career in the engineering design field.


• Technical Skills: Ability to learn engineering design tools and software.


• Analytical Abilities: Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically to overcome engineering design challenges.


• Communication and Teamwork: Effective communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with diverse colleagues and stakeholders.


• Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm.


• Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward.

Benefits:

• Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering design skills.


• Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering network opportunities.


• Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers and designers.


• Competitive compensation package.


• Possibility of full-time job offers for outstanding performers.

Location: Chesterfield, MO

Travel: Limited Travel up to 10%

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.