Project Engineer

  • Aluminum Dynamics, LLC
  • PELHAM, AL, US
  • 9mo ago
  • Full-time
  • On-site

Division

Vulcan Steel Products

Overview

Self-starting Project Engineer that will have a deep understanding of the importance and function of shear wall and uplift hardware and the critical role that hold-down anchors and foundations play in the integrity of threaded rod tie-down systems.

Responsibilities

    • Perform Pre-Design Analysis on all new shear wall submittals
      • Thorough review of structural plans for locations, loads, and requirements pertinent to shear wall and uplift tie-down system
      • Interpretation of takeoff, quote, and RTB notes for Design
      • Roadrunner (Excel Design program) set-up for Design
    • Familiar with code requirements and structural analysis applicable to shear wall overturning and roof uplift resistance
    • Offer flex support as designer and reviewer of submittals
    • Apply engineering concepts to improve system design and identify previously overlooked opportunities for value engineering
    • Perform job cost analysis for all new submittals
    • Serve as customer service engineering contact for Project Management Team

Qualifications

Required: 

    • FE with ability to obtain PE License within four (4) years
    • Ability to work effectively in a high stress environment
    • Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook with a background in AutoCAD and Bluebeam. Experience with Excel VBA a plus
    • Work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
    • Customer service oriented, accountable, and proactive

Preferred: 

  • Prior CLP or NMBS knowledge and experience will be preferred
  • BSCE in Civil Engineering and (3-4) years of prior structural engineering

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.