Good pay! Good benefits! Good people! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we’re growing! We are adding people to our team every day — people who are committed to working safely and to delivering high-quality results for our customers.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Design Engineer in our Prestress Division! We are looking for Senior and Entry level Engineers to support our projects in the Northwest. We prefer that candidate relocate to Northwest, but work from home options are a possibility depending on qualifications.

Job Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Reviewing and understanding contract plans and specifications
• Prepare calculations and drawings for precast products
• Work with Engineering Manager and Drafting Technicians in support of sales and production targets and schedules
• Support installation of engineered building structures and bridge products
• Work on various engineering projects in support of sales as well as continuous improvements in manufacturing, process, shipping, handling and installation
• Work with the Quality Control Department to ensure precast products are manufactured in accordance with Knife River Quality Control Program and Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) standards
• Understand, use, and maintain/update department standards
• Perform quality control reviews on internal and external drawings and calculations
• Manage communication and planning between external design consultants and internal Project Managers
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
• Other duties assigned as needed

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer, or able to obtain within 3 years
• AutoCAD 2018 or higher experience preferred - 3D Modeling is a plus (Revit, Inventor)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must possess the ability to read and interpret sketches
• Ability to read construction plans (Architectural, Structural, Civil, MEP)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Software (AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Outlook, Bluebeam, MathCAD, etc.)
• Self-starter, motivated with ability to start and finish a project on time
• Ability to interact with customers, manager, engineers, drafters and other employees to resolve engineering and management related issues
• Attention to detail and the ability to organize and prioritize is a must
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, night shifts, and overtime
• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members

Licenses & Certifications:

• Registered Professional Engineer, or able to obtain within 3 years

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick or personal days
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life, vision)
• 401k Retirement plan with match
• Profit sharing
• PPE provided
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
• Work gear allowance

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E.Construct is seeking a Structural Engineer for our Orlando, FL office to perform structural engineering design and analysis for architectural and structural precast concrete members (both conventionally reinforced and prestressed). Individuals will apply theoretical knowledge of structural and civil engineering concepts and principles, as well as experience working in the construction field, to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare design calculations, reports and spreadsheets in accordance to applicable contract documents
• Perform analysis related to stripping and rigging of precast concrete members.
• Conduct Finite Element Analysis on precast concrete members.
• Design and analyze connections and anchoring both for handling and erecting precast members.
• Work with a multidiscipline team to ensure a coordinated design package.
• Provide structural engineering support to sales and estimating as needed including reviewing drawings, preliminary design and technical support on sales calls.
• Provide engineering support to quality control and erection processes.
• Perform structural modeling using software.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or any related engineering field of study.
• Three (3) years minimum experience in the job offered.
• P.E. or S.E. license or ability to become licensed.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

No travel; No telecommuting.

Benefits:

• Employment and promotions on the basis of merit.
• Fair and competitive salaries.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development through in-house training and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Personal security through a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance assistance and a 401k with a generous employer match.
• Enjoyable working conditions developed to attract and keep the most capable people in our profession.

To apply contact Michael Eilers at michael.eilers@econstruct.us.