HRE
Job Vacancy Announcement
Civil Engineer – Structural Design and Drafting
Position Summary
Himalayan Ridge Engineering (HRE) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Civil Engineer to prepare structural designs and technical drawings and to collaborate with project teams on engineering initiatives for our North American clients. This is an entry-level opening: no prior industry experience is required.
Position Details
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Position Title |
Civil Engineer – Structural Design and Drafting |
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Department |
Structural Engineering / Design & Drafting |
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Employment Type |
Full-time |
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Offered Salary |
Npr. 40,000 per Month |
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Number of Vacancies |
[1 position] |
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Application Deadline |
5th September, 2026 |
Qualifications & Expected Knowledge
Education & Experience
● Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
● No prior industry experience required — this is an entry-level (fresher) position.
(Preference will be given to those with Structural-related electives and projects)
Technical Skills
● Comprehensive understanding of building structural design principles.
● Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Autodesk Revit (Structure), AutoCAD, RISA 3D, Mathcad, and Bluebeam, or a demonstrated ability to learn these tools quickly.
● Fundamental Knowledge of Building codes.
● Exceptional attention to detail with strong written and verbal English communication skills.
● Problem-solving orientation and a collaborative work ethic.
Preferred / Added Advantage
● Final-year project or coursework involving structural analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, RISA) or Revit structural modeling.
● Exposure to North American structural design and drafting conventions.
● Prior internship or academic exposure to wood-frame, steel, or reinforced-concrete design.
● Familiarity with applicable structural and building codes — ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, and IBC
Core Competencies
● Fast learner, comfortable picking up new software and workflows.
● Detail-oriented approach to calculations and drawings.
● Strong collaborative abilities and reliability in a team setting.
● Accountability for assigned deliverables and schedules.
Duties & Responsibilities
● Perform structural analysis and design of gravity and lateral systems — foundations, framing members, and connections — under the direction of a supervising engineer.
● Prepare and document structural design calculations in RISA 3D, Mathcad, and Excel, recording design assumptions, load paths, and code references.
● Develop structural Revit models and drawings covering foundations, framing, sections, and details.
● Translate design output into structural drawings, working from the supervising engineer's annotations and client specifications.
● Adhere to HRE's Revit templates, drafting standards, and established workflows.
● Build structural design and Revit competency — analysis, member sizing, detailing, and modeling — through project experience and ongoing professional development.
● Coordinate with supervising engineers and colleagues on drafting and design requirements.
● Verify that designs, drawings, and calculations adhere to applicable codes (ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, IBC), client requirements, and HRE quality benchmarks.
● Track technical progress, efficiency, and schedule performance on assigned tasks.
● Uphold HRE's professional standards and values in all client-facing and internal work.
Software & Tools
● Required: Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD.
● Preferred: Autodesk Revit (Structure), RISA 3D, Mathcad, Bluebeam Revu.
● Supporting: Microsoft Office and cloud-based file management platforms.
Applying Procedure
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to fill the form with an updated CV and a portfolio/sample drawing set (PDF). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a drafting test and interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; telephone enquiries will not be entertained.