Senior Designer I in Broomfield, Colorado at Kahuna USA LLC
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Job Description
Title of position: Senior Designer I, Structural
Position type: Full Time
Pay range: $33-40
Location: Westminster, Colorado
About Kahuna USA
Kahuna is an energy-focused organization operating in a Private Equity–backed environment, driven by growth, execution, and long-term relationship & value creation. Our Core Values—Safety, Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity, and Relationships, guide how we operate, how we partner with clients, and how we support one another. We are committed to building a high-performing organization where employees can grow their careers while contributing meaningfully to the company’s success.
About this Role
The Senior Designer I, Structural role is an advanced-level position for individuals with strong competency in structural design and drafting. In this role, you will lead the development of structural layouts and design deliverables for complex projects, including large facility foundations and steel systems.
Operating with minimal day-to-day direction, you will take ownership of design scope across mid-sized projects or multiple smaller efforts, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project requirements. You will apply advanced knowledge of design practices, materials, and industry standards while collaborating closely with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support successful project execution.
What You’ll Do
- Able to develop complex foundation and steel designs to fit unique project situations using pre-developed tools coordinating with experienced designers and limited direction from engineers.
- Independently assist with and review drawings of other less experienced designers and markup as necessary to represent a functional design while coordinating with other experienced designers and engineers.
- Ability to do advanced 3D modeling using pre-developed tools with little or no guidance.
- Independently lead structural design portion of large projects or multiple mid-size/small projects.
- Broad understanding of foundation types/steel shapes and correct application of them.
- Broad understanding of industrial components and equipment.
- Assist in development of group standards and practices.
- Demonstrate full understanding of the workflow from beginning to end of a project and provide technical and administrative support to the discipline design group, reviews their progress, and evaluates their work.
- Leads coordination with other design teams to ensure continuous flow of information concerning other engineering disciplines effectingaffecting the design execution of a project.
- Demonstrate proven ability to functionally communicate technical and administrative project/task details, including correspondence via emails and general documentation.
- Organize and prepare drawings for delivery, maintaining security and confidentiality in a timely manner.
- Understand and be able to operate Navisworks Freedom/Manage/Simulate, allowing for basic integration between engineering and design, and lead model reviews as necessary for assigned projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- Must be a self-starter with initiative, hard worker who can work independently and as a member of a team.
- Demonstrates basic understanding of engineering specifications and is aware of applicable codes, materials, and their impact on design.
- Must be detailed oriented; precise and organized in handling of drawings.
- Solid organizational skills required; must be able to prioritize and multitask.
- 6-10 years of progressive design experience or equivalent; 4 years minimum industry experience required.
- Practical supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft office, AutoCAD®, CADworx Structure®.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) participation
- Optional supplemental insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Access to onsite fitness facilities
- Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development
Learn more about our culture, history, and the exciting work we do at www.KahunaUSA.com
Next Steps
To apply, please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at www.Kahunausa.com. Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 or local laws.