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Structural Designer

KAEKO, Inc.
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 2/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Designer position at KAEKO, Inc.?

Description

About KAEKO:


KAEKO, Inc. is an engineering design firm with expert staff that plans, designs, and executes complex projects in the semi-conductor industry. Our team includes engineering and design staff in the Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil disciplines. 


At KAEKO we strive for the highest level of customer service throughout the entire project life cycle. We believe in managing client expectations through excellent communication. From project kick-off to completion, our team utilizes this approach to deliver projects that exceed expectations.


Requirements

Summary of Position Responsibilities:


KAEKO is seeking a Structural Designer. The Structural Designer will be responsible for developing drawings, specifications, and calculations for steel, concrete, and aluminum structures in the semi-conductor/manufacturing sector. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


· Work with Senior engineer to develop structural plans, details and calculation packages.

· Review and direct revisions to design packages.

· Review as-builds, submittals, and redlines.

· Coordinate with all disciplines involved (Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, etc.), including outside consultants and contractors.

· Review and interpret engineering specifications.

· Manage construction administration tasks, including site visits, produce site observation reports, and developing RFI responses.

· Cultivate relationships with clients and provide exceptional customer service.


Minimum Requirements:


· A bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering with a structural focus

· Zero (0) to three (3) years of work experience

· EIT certification not required but is a plus.

· Proficient with Outlook, Word, Excel and Bluebeam.

· Familiar with NDS, AISC, ASCE 7, ACI and International Building Codes

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

· Familiar with construction documents.

· High attention to detail.


This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted.  It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KAEKO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, KAEKO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

KAEKO expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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