Design Engineer, Structural

Contech Engineered Solutions; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaboration with in-house engineers

Career growth

Work-life balance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Contech Engineered Solutions in West Chester, OH is seeking a Structural Design Engineer for a part-time role (~24 hours/week). You'll collaborate with Engineering and CAD teams to prepare submittals and integrate Contech's precast bridge products into site plans.

You will perform structural analysis of bridge elements, support manufacturing, coordinate with sales, and help develop specifications and technical literature while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; Civil with structural emphasis preferred.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of civil engineering project experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Excel.
• Experience with AutoCAD, finite element analysis, or structural analysis software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong teamwork and client relationships.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings and calculations for submittals.
• Perform structural analysis and design of bridge elements.
• Coordinate with field sales and manufacturing teams.
• Maintain and develop product specifications.
• Assist in writing technical papers and literature.
• Pursue continuing education and certifications in civil/structural engineering.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Civil Engineering with Structural emphasis (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Finite element analysis

Structural analysis software

MS Office

Job description

Be a Key Player in Structural Engineering at Contech - LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

At Contech Engineered Solutions, we are a leading force in the world of structural engineering. We work closely with sales personnel, consulting engineers, contractors, and customers to promote, install, and evaluate our innovative bridge products. Our Structures team specializes in developing engineering solutions for short to medium span bridges on a national scale. This collaborative team comprises professionals from various disciplines, including Engineering, CAD, Sales, and Operations. This is a unique opportunity to work part-time hours (approximately 24-hours per week) as an engineer in our West Chester, OH corporate headquarters.

What We Offer:

• Collaboration: Work alongside in-house engineers, gain invaluable experience collaborating with external engineers, and contribute to the common goals and objectives of the company.
• Career Growth: Join an industry leader known for its world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to new heights.
• Work-Life Balance: Achieve your professional goals without compromising your personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package with options that cater to you and your family's needs.

About the Role:

As a Structural Design Engineer at Contech, you will play a critical role in collaborating with our Engineering and CAD teams to prepare engineering and drawing submittals for customers. Your responsibilities include:

• Product Integration: Assist the field sales team in seamlessly integrating Contech's products into site plans, focusing on Contech's precast concrete bridge products. This involves preparation of engineering drawings and calculations, review of project plans, development of project solutions, and providing technical advice.
• Structural Analysis and Design: Perform structural analysis and design of bridge elements, including superstructures, foundations, and retaining walls. Provide essential technical support to the manufacturing team as needed to ensure the proper fabrication of Contech products.
• Coordination: Coordinate efforts with field sales and manufacturing teams to address questions and concerns related to the proper design, manufacture, and installation of Contech's products.
• Specifications: Maintain a working knowledge of governing specifications covering Contech products and contribute to the development, writing, and modification of such specifications.
• Technical Papers and Literature: Assist in writing and developing technical papers and product literature necessary to support, promote, and train stakeholders on Contech products.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with knowledge and certifications in the civil/structural engineering field. Attend industry trade shows, continuing education courses, and seminars as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required, strong preference for degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification preferred.
• Minimum 2-years of experience working on civil engineering projects preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Excel required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, finite element analysis, and/or structural analysis software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to develop and maintain strong team and client relationships.
• High level of analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Join Contech's dynamic and innovative Structural Engineering team and be part of the solution for building a better tomorrow through sustainable structural solutions.