Engineering Technician

Tindall Corporation is a leading precast concrete manufacturer with locations throughout the Southeastern U.S. Our mission is to support our customers, create remarkable structures, and deliver innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Become knowledgeable about the company’s current product offerings and standard structures.
• Develop proficiency in AutoCAD 2D for preparing engineering drawings and design documentation.
• Develop an understanding of Finite Element Analysis software (Visual Analysis), CANDE, and Eriksson Culvert for structural design and analysis.
• Understand typical structural loading requirements for standard projects and products.
• Gain proficiency in applicable design codes and standards including ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, AREMA, IBC, and other relevant regulations for underground utility structures, box culverts, and bottomless culverts.
• Utilize Finite Element Analysis software to analyze standard products and project-specific modifications.
• Support the sales team by providing engineered product dimensions, sketches, and cost estimate information to assist in securing sales opportunities.
• Generate daily reinforcing shop cards for standard products such as UV, SC, and G-series.
• Revamp and maintain the standard structure shop card library, including updated design formats and master CAD detail drawings for each structure, along with updated lifting details.
• Prepare submittal drawings and detailed shop drawings for standard pipe piers and other basic structural components.
• Design smaller custom projects under the guidance and supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field or a combination of high school diploma plus requisite experience.

Skills

• Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting software.
• Basic knowledge of structural design principles and engineering analysis software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and structural codes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and sales teams.

Benefits

• Low-cost employee health plan
• Dental and vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
• Fully-paid basic life insurance
• Voluntary life, whole life, accident, and hospitalization insurance
• Critical illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k plan with company match and profit sharing