Structural Design Engineer

BlueScope North America; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

Retirement

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work options

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Kansas City is seeking a Designer II to provide structural design services and ensure project coordination. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and has 2 years of related experience. This entry-level position emphasizes teamwork and problem-solving in a dynamic environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality structural solutions. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years of pre-engineered building (PEB) or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides well utilized designs of members and connections.
• Assures building’s structural integrity and safety.
• Develops product and procedure knowledge.
• Focuses on achieving department objectives and profitability goals.
• Assures customer design service needs are met.
• Collaborates with project teams to create solutions.
• Provides technical assistance to customers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Company Description

For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!

Join Our Team as a Design Engineer!

We’re looking for skilled and detail-oriented individuals to design and analyze structures that support and shape the built environment. Whether you're an experienced engineer or a recent graduate eager to learn and grow in a dynamic team, we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to bring their unique strengths to our projects. Join us in creating safe, efficient, and innovative structural solutions for our community! BlueScope Buildings North America’s Engineering department delivers safe, innovative, and high-quality structural and construction engineering solutions. We prioritize cost efficiency while supporting both internal teams—including manufacturing, project management, and field erection—and external customers with exceptional service.

What We Offer

• Inclusive Culture: A welcoming, equitable environment where diverse perspectives and experiences are valued.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development, leadership training, and career advancement.
• Collaborative Team: Join a team that values mutual respect, trust, and teamwork.
• Competitive Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a focus on work‑life balance.

What You’ll Do

The Designer I uses engineering systems and drawings to provide project coordination and structural design services and models for customers.

• Provides well utilized designs of members and connections for detailing and manufacturing that meet customer’s requirements.
• Assures building’s structural integrity and safety.
• Develops own basic product and procedure knowledge and improves technical knowledge.
• Focuses on achieving department objective and profitability goals and continuous improvement as part of a high-performance work team.
• Assures customer design service needs are met by meeting design schedules.
• Collaborates with project teams to discuss problems and challenges and help create solutions to move forward in a cost effective and efficient manner.
• Provides technical assistance to customers on specific projects.

What We’re Looking For

We value problem‑solvers with strong technical and communication skills who thrive in a collaborative environment. You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Have 2 years of pre-engineered building (PEB) or related work experience.

We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are eager to grow, innovate, and contribute to our team’s success.

Notice to External Search Firms: BlueScope Buildings does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. BlueScope Buildings Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Manufacturing