Structural Design Engineer (Truss)

About the role

Design Engineer responsibilities include: Design Services, Structural Analysis, Collaboration, Technical Support, Communication, Quality Control, Documentation, Specification Expertise, and Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Provide customized project-specific design services, with a focus on Contech's bridge products.
• Prepare engineering drawings and calculations, review project plans, and develop project solutions to assist the sales team in integrating Contech's products into site plans.
• Perform structural analysis and design of bridge elements, including superstructures, foundations, and retaining walls.
• Work effectively with in-house engineers, CAD Techs, Sales/Marketing Team members, and outside engineers to specify and design Contech's products.
• Offer technical support to the Operations/Manufacturing Team to ensure proper fabrication of products.
• Cook up with field sales staff and the manufacturing team to address questions and concerns regarding product design, manufacturing, and installation.
• Provide technical advice to the sales/marketing team and external consultants.
• Review design work produced by other team members to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect and observe in-house fabrication for adherence to design drawings.
• Maintain engineering standards, policies, best practices, and procedures.
• Help develop training programs and aids for products.
• Aid in the development and writing of technical papers and product literature needed for the support and promotion of Contech's products.
• Have a working knowledge of governing specifications covering products and contribute to the development and modification of such specifications.
• May serve on technical committees to develop these specifications.
• Maintain knowledge and certifications in the civil/structural engineering field.
• This includes attending industry trade shows, continuing education courses, and seminars, as necessary.
• Occasional travel to job sites to provide technical support, consultation, and evaluation related to product installations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; strong preference for Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• PE with a minimum of 2-years of reviewing and sealing work.
• 6-10 years of experience in structural steel or bridge design.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel required.
• Experience with AUTOCAD, finite element analysis, and/or structural analysis software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong team and client relationships.
• High-level analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.