Sr. Design Engineer, Structural Prestress (REMOTE Opportunity)

About The Role

As a Sr. Design Engineer at Contech, you will be at the forefront of designing precast concrete structures and components for a wide spectrum of projects, including intricate interstate highway bridges and versatile residential, commercial, and manufacturing facilities. You will also work on architectural precast cladding systems, tackling a variety of design challenges.

• Manage the engineering, submission, and project management of structural designs, including reinforcing, connections, and transportation and erection calculations.
• Review shop drawings and submittals, addressing any non-conformances or related issues.
• Perform analysis and design of precast structures, components, and connections, ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and specifications.
• Proactively anticipate and address potential problems, developing solutions and communicating directly with customers to reach mutually agreeable outcomes.
• Efficiently manage the needs of all team members involved, including project managers, drafters, estimators, architects, engineers, contractors, and production personnel.
• Collaborate with the sales group for promotion, design, specifications, installation, and issue resolution. Occasionally participate in calls with engineering consulting firms, counties, and cities.
• Assist sales and estimating departments through engineering efforts, while also offering support to production and operations in areas such as handling and lifting devices and prestressing equipment.
• Actively support and adhere to the company's health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, with a strong preference for a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• A minimum of 5-plus years of industry experience, including work in the design of precast concrete, reinforced concrete, and steel.
• Prestressed and/or precast concrete design experience strongly preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer and the ability to become registered in multiple states.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MathCAD, Concise, RISA-3D, or other precast concrete software. Experience with finite element analysis is considered a valuable asset.
• Familiarity with IBC, ASCE7, ACI318, PCI, AISC, AWS building codes, and specifications.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional, positive, and courteous manner in all interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively as a proactive team player and adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and handle unexpected events.
• Ability to travel regularly to facilities in Salt Lake City, UT and Caldwell, ID.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Achieve your professional goals without compromising your personal life.
• Career Growth: Join an industry leader recognized for its excellence in design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, with opportunities to advance your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive benefits package tailored to suit your unique needs and those of your family, ensuring financial and personal well-being.