Project Engineer 2

About the Role

The Project Engineer 2 role is a mid-level engineering position responsible for preparing visual representations of EFCO products for safe and efficient use in manufacturing and construction.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and Engineering (50%)
  • Draft and engineer contracted and presale projects as assigned.
  • Prepare equipment requirements for projects and collaborate with other key personnel to ensure project requirements are met.
  • Use technical skills to create designs that meet EFCO's quality standards.
• Structural Analysis and Engineering Assurance (30%)
  • Ensure safe use of equipment by performing structural analysis of formwork and shoring.
  • Compile calculations for Engineering Assurance review and approval.
  • Adapt to project requirements while upholding EFCO's integrity in safety compliance.
• Engineering and Drafting Management (20%)
  • Manage the engineering and drafting of pre-sales and contracted projects as assigned.
  • Plan, conduct, and supervise assignments, review progress, and evaluate results.
  • Promote a service-oriented approach by ensuring all projects consistently meet or surpass expectations.
• Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at management's discretion.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional or construction experience required.
• Certification(s) and License(s): FE (EIT certification or international equivalent) preferred.
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) and structural software.
• Other Requirements: Problem-solving skills, organizational abilities, and PC proficiency are a plus.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Relationship Building: Develops and maintains productive, respectful relationships across teams and functions.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.

Schedule

This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location.

Physical Demands

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

• Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
• Sitting/Standing: Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
• Stooping: Bending at the waist: Occasionally
• Lifting: Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Walking: Frequently
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.: Occasionally
• Hearing: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Concentration: Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus for long periods of time: Frequently
• Reading: Ability to read complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Reasoning: Capacity to reason and make sound decisions: Frequently
• Writing: Ability to write complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Oral Expression: Capacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
• Environmental Conditions: Ability to withstand conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises, etc.