Sr. Structural Rack Engineer
Dematic · Grand Rapids, MI · 2 days ago
Engineering$103k–$151k/yrFull-time
Tasks
- Travel: Approximately 25%
- Lead and coordinate Dematic North America’s racking and structural engineering initiatives
- Support all phases of projects including concept development, structural design, engineering, installation, and commissioning
- Develop and review structural designs at both system and component levels, ensuring safe operation, code compliance, and sustainability
- Perform and oversee structural analysis, steel design, and connection design
- Create and review 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation
- Manage structural engineering budgets and design schedules for assigned projects; communicate status to project teams and management
- Support internal product development, including design validation and testing
- Partner with the Sales team to develop and review racking and structural design concepts
- Liaise closely with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, safety, site managers, subcontractors, and customers to ensure successful project execution
- Support technical and concept reviews and ensure adherence to Dematic’s engineering processes and standards
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to other engineers
- Rack and Steel Structure Design
- Industrial steel storage racks and ASRS structures
- Structural steel and cold-formed steel design
- Connections and rolled cold-formed sections
- Codes & Standards (familiarity required)
- AISC LRFD Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
- AISI Specification for Cold-Formed Steel Design
- RMI Specification for Industrial Steel Storage Racks
- FEM 9.831 / 9.832 US Seismic Design Standards
- Local, State, and US Building Codes
- Knowledge of broader North American standards is a plus
Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (Structural emphasis preferred); advanced degree a plus
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 8+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering, preferably within the material handling or industrial steel structures industry
- Demonstrated ability to solve high-impact, complex, and cross-functional engineering problems
- Strong analytical skills with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail
- Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with confidence to engage at all organizational levels
- Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring and supporting professional staff