Design Engineer I

MiTek Industries; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

13 holidays

Volunteer time off

Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision

Family friendly benefits including Par

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) Matching and Profit Sharing

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

MiTek Industries in Missouri seeks a design engineer to create truss components and field repairs for our customers, applying engineering principles and building code knowledge. You will work with other engineers and staff to ensure safe, compliant solutions and support customers with design modifications and troubleshooting.

You will review truss design software outputs, discuss methodologies with customers, and collaborate across engineering, architecture, and building officials to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Civil/Structural or Mechanical preferred.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics.
• Proficiency with algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, physics, statistics and strength of materials.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety practices.
• EIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs truss components and field repairs per customer specs.
• Collaborate with engineers and other teams to ensure safe designs.
• Review design software results for accuracy.
• Explain design changes to customers.
• Assist and mentor customers in troubleshooting.

Skills

Algebra

Trigonometry

Geometry

Calculus

Physics

Statistics

Strength of materials

Structural analysis

Prints & schematics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil/Structural or Mechanical)

Job description

Job Responsibilities & RequirementsA Brief OverviewDesigns truss components and truss repairs for MiTek customers and creatively solve engineering issues our customers have.ResponsibilitiesCreatively design field repairs for truss components in accordance with acceptable engineering principles and judgment.Design truss components based on specified parameters from customers and use their knowledge of engineering and the building codes along with collaboration with other engineers in the office to ensure their designs protect the health safety and welfare of the public.Discusses design modifications and reviews appropriate design methodologies with customers.Assist, train and counsel customers in troubleshooting issues and design problems.Review results of the truss design software for accuracy and collaborate with other engineers and with the software development team to determine how the software should function.Collaborate with engineers, architects and building officials on customer component design projects.QualificationsBachelors Engineering required, preferably in Civil/Structural or Mechanical EngineeringEquivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basisAbility to perform technical skills including algebra, trigonometry geometry and basic calculus physics, statistics and strength of materials, structural analysis.Ability to read and understand prints and schematicsAble to use Microsoft Office ApplicationsEngineer-in-Training (EIT) - Any State Board preferredSoft SkillsAbility to perform work accurately and thoroughlyAbility to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of othersMust have solid engineering/technical skills, including attention to detailMust have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and proceduresDemonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Monitor own work to ensure quality. Apply feedback to improve performance. Look for ways to improve and promote quality • Quantity: Meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work. Strive to increase productivity. Work at keeping waste down. Complete work in a timely mannerTake responsibility for own action. Follow instructions, responds to management directionsReadily volunteers. Undertake self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Take independent action. Ask for and offer assistance whenever neededAbility to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customersAdditional Requirements5% domestic travel as necessaryPhysical DemandsThis role is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform the duties of the role.MiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [phone].www.mii.com