Engineered Wood Products - Lead Engineer

About BlueLinx

We are BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC), a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States with over 70k branded and private-label SKUs, and a broad distribution footprint servicing 50 states. We have over 2,000 associates and our warehouse associates are critical to our success. Teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement drive our culture which emphasizes safety and customer service.

Our Values

• Customer Centric
• Respect
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Grit

With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress.

Responsibilities

• Understands the company’s vision, mission and strategy; understands business unit objectives and sets/accomplishes individual performance goals accordingly.
• Provides sealed calculations, repairs, telephone support, and single member sizing.
• Provides guidance to Plan Services regarding construction practices and solutions for design issues.
• Assists with technical aspects of claims against Technical Services and Engineered Wood Products.
• Ensures compliance with building codes and standards.
• Oversees development of technical bulletins, construction details, specification and installation literature, and training protocols.
• Monitors capacities of products sold by BLX. Reviews Quality Control testing and procedures.
• Acts as liaison with software provider and oversees maintenance of design software along with various industry associations and societies.
• Facilitates training sessions with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (Structural or Civil), ability to become licensed in multiple states.
• BA/BS degree in Engineering. MS/MA/MBA a plus.
• 5-7+ years’ experience preferred with BS/BA; 3-5 years’ experience with MS/MA/MBA.
• Expertise in designing structures with wood, especially with wood I-joists, structural composite lumber, rim board, and glulam beams and columns.
• Strong understanding of building code requirements as well as the National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction.
• Extremely detail-oriented. Skilled at blueprint reading.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Software, especially Excel. Skills using isDesign and isPlan a plus.
• Experience training on construction/framing and engineered wood capabilities.

Pay

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day.
• 8 paid holidays per year.