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Civil and Structural Engineering Associate
Alternative Titles:
Civil Engineering and Structural Technician
Civil and structural engineering associates provide
technical support to civil engineers and civil engineering
technologists in the research, design, construction,
operations and maintenance of projects such as roads,
airports, railways, buildings, bridges, dams and drainage
systems.
Civil and structural engineering associates may perform the
following tasks:
- help to estimate costs, prepare specifications for
materials and carry out surveying and drafting
- prepare working drawings, plans and designs for
construction work
- help in programming the work, checking materials and
inspecting the work
- maintain close contact with construction workers and
project managers
- use computers to produce designs, detailed drawings and
documentation
- check that finished works are within specifications,
regulations and contract provisions
- inspect civil engineering works and organise and
supervise maintenance and repair work.
A civil and structural engineering associate may specialise
as a:
Civil Engineering Design Drafter who specialises in
the preparation of technical design drawings for the
construction of structural, sanitary, transportation, drainage
and other civil engineering projects.
Engineering Technical Officer who performs a wider
range of technical tasks, such as operating specialised
machinery, or coordinating a team of workers in undertaking
specific tasks, such as preparing a foundation for structural
construction, to support the construction process.
Structural Engineering Design Drafter who
specialises in the preparation of drawings for the
construction of steel, concrete or timber structures (e.g.
framed buildings, roof trusses, cranes, bridges, towers and
supporting structures) for machinery, hoppers and tanks.
Civil and structural engineering associates may work in
offices, technical laboratories, workshops or on-site.
Required Skills - Civil and Structural Engineering Associate
- able to identify, analyse and solve problems
- good oral and written communication skills
- capable of accurate, detailed work
- aptitude for computing and design
- practical and creative
- able to work independently
- able to accept responsibility
- able to work as part of a team
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