Construction Design Engineer

The Ruhlin Company; Sharon Center (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

401k match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick days

Long Term Disability coverage

Job summary

A construction services leader in Sharon Center, Ohio, seeks a Construction Design Engineer to assist with major submittals and ensure compliance with codes and specifications. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. The role involves preparing submittals, reviewing designs, and resolving construction issues. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 10+ years of relevant industry experience required.
• 2 years' experience in a similar construction environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Desire to obtain a Professional Engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer with major submittals requiring an engineer's stamp.
• Prepare accurate temporary civil and structural submittals.
• Review shop drawings as required by the project.
• Resolve field construction problems effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Construction methods knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering

Job description

The Ruhlin Company

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The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire a CONSTRUCTION DESIGN ENGINEER for its corporate office in Sharon Center, Ohio (Medina County). This position reports to the Chief Engineer. Only candidates with a minimum of 5 - 10+ years of relevant industry experience will be considered for this opening.

Position Summary: Assist the Chief Engineer with the creation of major submittals that require a Professional Engineer’s stamp as well as all major methods that require either a Professional Engineer’s stamp or a thorough review with calculations. Perform all minor submittals for review by the Chief Engineer.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare and design accurate temporary civil and structural submittals including but not limited to, erection and demolition plans, and support of excavation designs with consideration made to standard safety factors and practices.
• Review shop drawings as required by the project.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work.
• Ensure completed work complies with all applicable standards, codes, and specifications.
• Review, analyze and resolve field construction problems.
• Assist project teams to optimize means and methods, utilizing in-house materials where possible, to develop efficient construction designs.
• Advise estimators on pre-bid means and creative methods that may be utilized during construction.
• Prepare for and attend pre-construction and hand-off meetings.
• Perform jobsite visits when submittals/plans are being installed or in use to look for possible improvements.
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values, and goals.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering.
• 2 years’ experience in a similar construction environment preferred.
• Ability and desire to obtain a Professional Engineer license.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of and prior use of construction methods.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, time management and problem-solving skills.

Reporting to this position: None

About The Ruhlin Company
The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. Since 1915, we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader.

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that includes Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.