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Design Engineer

$100k - $150k

Cornerstone Building Brands


Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a senior-level engineer that is a Licensed Professional Engineer, ideally with a background in metal or steel building systems, and technical leadership that can contribute within the engineering department. Building upon foundational engineering experience, this senior role involves greater responsibility in project coordination, design optimization, and potential to mentor junior engineers. Expected to independently manage all complexity level projects, ensuring designs meet structural code requirements, manufacturing standards, and customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Demonstrate proficiency in all metal building system design methodologies, including advanced and highly complex framing systems, custom configurations, and non-standard structural solutions.

* Assumes supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Engineering Manager, supporting departmental operations and decision-making.

* Engages directly with customers to develop optimized building solutions, offering technical expertise and ensuring alignment with project goals.

* Designs and oversees projects involving high-complexity metal building systems, ensuring compliance with structural codes, customer requirements, and company standards.

* Solid understanding of structural engineering principles, with the ability to apply and adapt company design standards to unique and custom-building conditions.

* Provides professional oversight and responsibility for projects requiring signature and seal, ensuring engineering accountability and regulatory compliance.

* Proficiency in using structural design software and a willingness to continuously expand technical knowledge, particularly in the customization of tools for non-standard applications.

* Adhere to project schedules, effectively managing shifting priorities and last-minute revisions to maintain on-time delivery.

* Exercise sound engineering judgment to ensure public safety, balancing efficiency with appropriate design conservatism.

* Actively mentors and trains junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and maintaining quality across the team.

* Identify opportunities for design improvements and cost reduction through innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Design Engineer

  • Licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states preferred, with the ability to provide sealed design documents where required.
  • Proven ability to design metal buildings of medium to high complexity, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Consistently drives productivity improvements while maintaining high standards of accuracy and completeness, with a focus on reducing manufacturing and drafting costs and enhancing efficiency and overall customer value.
  • Skilled in balancing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

EDUCATION/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field).
  • Professional Engineering (PE or SE) Licensure
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in metal building design or structural engineering.
  • Proficient in structural design and modeling software (e.g., RISA, STAAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent).


Additional Information

Cornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000-$150,000 + bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

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