Structural Engineer

Job Description

The Structural Engineer is an integral person in helping our customer's vision for a conventional, semi- or fully automated storage solution from stow US come to life safely. The core responsibilities include structural analysis and design of medium to large scale racking systems. Solutions: All Racking for conventional (including Pallet Racking, Mobile Racking, High Bay and Mini Load), semi-automated (Atlas 1D), and fully-automated storage systems (Atlas 2D).

• Provide accurate calculations to Sales and Project Engineers during the Pre-Sales process.
• Analyze and design the structures according to the applicable standards for steel structures (ASCE, AISI, and MH16 US standards).
• Create calculation documents for the analyzed structures.
• Explain and defend the design when necessary.
• Be responsible for getting materials tested and interpreting the completed test results.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Sales Engineers to provide the most efficient rack structure.
• Manage the communication with suppliers to ensure the quality and structural integrity of their products.
• Perform preliminary analysis of the systems to support Sales Engineers to create competitive quotes.
• Study and analyze the technical documentation provided by Sales and when applicable, by distributors, integrators, and end customers.
• Review specifications and layouts.
• Design custom parts (non-standard items or modifying standard items) when applicable.
• Be involved with new product development and engineering initiatives.
• Support HQ in the development of internal structural analysis and design software.
• Support communication between sales and the customers to obtain the necessary information to do the structural design of the systems.
• Coordinate with the Project Engineer and drafters to create the structural set of drawings.
• Review and stamp the calculation packages and structural drawings.
• Support project design and production efforts to ensure projects are completed on time and within the established budget.
• Rarely: Visit job sites for measurements, inspections, installer walk-through, and provide Engineering insights and support on Sales calls.
• Oversee certain calculation algorithms and maintain databases of the used calculation software.
• Oversee software development in collaboration with external parties to standardize certain calculation processes.
• Participate in MHI-RMI meetings and standards committees – Rack Manufacturer’s Institute.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Structural Engineering is required.
• PE Certification.
• Familiar with RMI and AISI standards.
• Multiple years of experience with estimating and mechanical equipment design of steel structures, large storage systems (such as pallet racking and/or pallet shuttles) or other applicable material handling solutions.
• Experience with SAP2000 or similar.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2D or similar.

Additional Information

• Medica (currently BlueCross BlueShield), Dental and Vision Insurance, including Family coverage, PTO, Paid sick leave, US paid holidays.
• Partial tuition reimbursement after 12 months.
• Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• 401K with employer match, currently 4%.
• Gross Salary.