ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

About the Role

This candidate must be a self-starter with knowledge of the complexities of a structural design environment. They will support engineers by performing a range of technical and administrative tasks, including preparing documents, reviewing shop drawings, and maintaining project organization.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project calls and meetings to understand customer needs
• Coordinate and consult with engineers to complete projects and produce complex drawings
li>Review construction documents and shop drawings for accuracy
• Assist in the design and development of engineering projects
• Help gather and organize data for structural analysis, load calculations, and design reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a technical support role
• Experience working with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Tekla, or other modeling software
• Knowledge of building construction
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Ability to review and check structural drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple activities/projects
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques
• Ability to work effectively in teams or alone
• Ability to maintain a results-oriented demeanor in a fast-paced environment

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and related training

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.

Computer Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to use sound judgment with good mechanical aptitude and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. May occasionally stoop, climb, or kneel. Frequently required to talk or hear. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-50 pounds.

Work Environment

Primarily an office environment, but may be exposed to manufacturing or warehouse areas. Noise level is usually moderate but could be louder in production/warehouse areas.