You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

Do you want to work for a stable, growing organization that reaches back more than 130 years?  Our steel tube and pipe products have helped build landmarks and buildings in North America; Come build your career at Zekelman Industries.

Zekelman is seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Sales Engineer to join our team. This role is fully remote and will report directly to the Sales Engineering Manager.

Job Summary:

Promotes the use of Zekelman products with a focus on Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) by providing technical support to the design community, which includes owners, architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators and suppliers.                                     

Job Description:

General

• Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy
• Regular and predictable, full-time attendance during scheduled hours
• Performs other duties as they may be assigned
• Acts as a subject matter expert to advise both internally & externally

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of structural design 
• In-depth knowledge of HSS steel properties, specifications, design codes and applications
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with engineering software is a plus
• Provides design assistance to engineers and key decision makers
• Sound understanding of HSS connection detailing is preferred 

Sales & Communication Skills

• Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Skilled in identifying client needs and aligning them with HSS solutions
• Supports marketing and the development of technical content, including case studies
• Ability to create and lead technical presentations to the design community
• Works closely with sales on product support
• Works closely with sales on project specific pursuits

Industry Knowledge

• Awareness of market trends and construction cycles
• Knowledge of competitors' offerings and differentiating factors
• Understanding of procurement and project timelines in structural steel
• Establish strong relationships with fabricators, engineers, architects, and general contractors

Professionalism & Credibility

• Licensed Professional Engineer (SE PE or P. Eng), enhancing trust and credibility
• Ethical sales approach, putting long-term relationships above short-term gains
• Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on client success and safety
• Active membership in industry organizations, such as ASCE, NCSEA, STI, etc.  
• Represents Atlas Tube with active involvement in associations

Organizational & Interpersonal Traits

• Strong project management and multitasking skills
• Responsive, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated and goal-driven
• Collaborative mindset, working well with internal teams (engineering, marketing, sales)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering
• 10-year structural engineering experience involving structural design
• Direct experience with connection design working for an engineering firm or fabricator/erection company is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of major structural design and applications
• Basic knowledge of detailing software
• Strong knowledge of MS Office programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to travel throughout the United States and Canada to meet with customers, support onsite needs, and attend key industry events.
• Travel will vary, approx. 35%

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.