Structural Project Engineer

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich, a leading manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and interior and exterior finishing products in North America, fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a team that is stronger than steel. Apply to become a Project Engineer at the ClarkDietrich Engineering Services office located in McDonough, GA.

SUMMARY

The Project Engineer will participate in a 2‑month intensive training program at one of our engineering offices before relocating to a home base office. The trainee will be equipped with the required skills to provide technical support and accurate information to our external and internal customers in a professional and timely manner. The program will prepare the trainee on best practices and techniques to collaborate with the General Manager, Engineering Manager, Project Managers and Engineering Technicians throughout the design process and will provide effective teamwork skills essential for producing professional, accurate, and complete shop drawing and calculation packages.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROCESS MANAGEMENT

Maintain relationships with ClarkDietrich customers through courteous phone conversations and prompt customer service. Develop relationships with CDBS Account Representatives, Territory Managers, and Regional Sales staff.

ENGINEERING DESIGN

Read and accurately interpret drawings. Notify the Project Manager of any scheduling conflicts. Produce CAD/BIM production detail drawings of cold‑formed steel structures, including curtain wall and load‑bearing plan views, section views, 3‑D, isometric, and other structural details. Design cold‑formed steel structures, including curtain and load‑bearing walls, lateral bracing, stability analysis, and truss designs. Produce calculations in a logical, reviewable, and presentable format for internal review/approval and client submission. Perform structural calculations using analysis programs or manual methods as necessary. Collaborate with team members to complete engineering tasks in a timely manner. Ensure project drawings and calculations are reviewed and approved by the Project Manager, Engineering Manager, or General Manager. Make independent decisions on design methods to protect the safety, health and welfare of the public. Provide assistance to the General Manager, Engineering Managers and Project Managers to resolve project challenges and deadlines.

OFFICE RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage daily office and engineering duties through tools utilized by management. Maintain a clean office environment. Cooperatively work with all team members. Participate and engage in office meetings and discussions. Support technical services by answering engineering design related questions and completing drawings or calculations as needed. Build on demonstrated skillset to reach project completion and office goals through a positive team spirit, and willingness to perform all team tasks required to complete projects to the satisfaction of the client.

REQUIREMENTS

Ideal candidate for this position is one who excels in a team environment, can perform engineering tasks in a group or individual setting, exhibits excellent multi‑tasking and time management skills, and communicates effectively in all mediums including verbal, written, and calculations. Candidate must be goal oriented, solution driven, willing to perform team tasks within and outside traditional engineering roles to deliver the entire project on‑time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of our client/customer.

QUALIFICATIONS

ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SKILLS

Thorough knowledge of structural engineering and formal education in building design is preferred. Flexibility in design with ability to solve problems with various approaches. Ability to perform engineering duties using a computer and computer analysis. Working knowledge of structural building components, including CAD‑related experience in structural building application is required. Formal education in framing standards, familiarity with and understanding of framing installation methods, and assembly of structural building components. Proficiency in the use of computer software to perform analysis required. Includes expertise in AutoCAD and Revit. Experience in BIM a plus.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Effectively prepares written correspondence in a professional manner. Effectively presents verbal presentations. Cooperatively communicates with team members.

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Manage projects effectively through notifications to team members of conflicts and deadlines. Maintain exceptional rapport with internal and external clients through proper time management, project task management and task focus. Build on demonstrated skill set to reach project completion and office goals through a positive team spirit. Willingness to perform all team tasks required to complete projects to the satisfaction of the client.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil/Structural preferred, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and other disciplines that include statics coursework will be considered). Must possess Professional Engineering certification or have the ability to take the exam to become an Engineer‑in‑Training (E.I.T). The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written media.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Advanced math skills including geometry, calculus, and finite element methods.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to analyze complex data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires occasional travel to job site locations, client offices, and trade shows.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office, job sites and manufacturing facilities.

BENEFITS

Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance) 401(k) with company match Annual incentive Paid time off Tuition reimbursement program Professional certification reimbursement program Community service day

PAY RANGE

$32.45 – $34.86 per hour. The actual pay rate will depend on the person’s qualifications and experience.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

ClarkDietrich’s compensation program supports the company’s vision and values. We offer a competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement and a work‑life balance. EEO is the Law #J-18808-Ljbffr RadNet, Inc.