Engineered Wood Products - Lead Engineer

BlueLinx Corporation; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation in Marietta, GA is seeking a Licensed Professional Engineer to lead structural design projects involving wood I-joists, engineered wood products, and building code compliance. This role requires 5-7+ years of experience and an ability to work across design teams and construction stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering (MS/MA/MBA a plus), proficiency with blueprint reading and Excel, and will contribute to training and technical bulletins while

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; P.E. license preferred.
• BS in Engineering; advanced degrees a plus.
• Experience with wood construction design and codes.

Responsibilities

• Understands company vision and sets individual performance goals.
• Provides sealed calculations, repairs, and single member sizing.
• Guides design issues with Plan Services.
• Assists with claims related to Technical Services and Engineered Wood Products.
• Ensures compliance with building codes and standards.
• Oversees development of technical bulletins, details, specs, installation literature, and training.
• Monitors product capacities and reviews QC testing procedures.
• Liaises with software providers and oversees design software maintenance.
• Facilitates training sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer

5-7+ years experience

Wood design expertise

Blueprint reading

Excel proficiency

IsDesign knowledge

IsPlan knowledge

Education

B.S. in Engineering

MS/MA/MBA a plus

Tools

isDesign

isPlan

Job description

Build your future with BlueLinx!

Responsibilities

• Understands the company’s vision, mission and strategy; understands business unit objectives and sets/accomplishes individual performance goals accordingly.
• Provides sealed calculations, repairs, telephone support, and single member sizing.
• Provides guidance to Plan Services regarding construction practices and solutions for design issues.
• Assists with technical aspects of claims against Technical Services and Engineered Wood Products.
• Ensures compliance with building codes and standards.
• Oversee development of technical bulletins, construction details, specification and installation literature, and training protocols.
• Monitors capacities of products sold by BLX. Reviews Quality Control testing and procedures.
• Acts as liaison with software provider and oversees maintenance of design software along with various industry associations and societies.
• Facilitates training sessions with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Licensed Professional Engineer (Structural or Civil), ability to become licensed in multiple states
• BA/BS degree in Engineering . MS/MA/MBA a plus.
• 5-7+ years’ experience preferred with BS/BA; 3-5 years’ experience with MS/MA/MBA
• Expertise in designing structures with wood, especially with wood I-joists, structural composite lumber, rim board, and glulam beams and columns.
• Strong understanding of building code requirements as well as the National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Skilled at blueprint reading.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Software, especially Excel.
• Skills using isDesign and isPlan a plus.
• Experience training on construction/framing and engineered wood capabilities.

Our Values

• Customer Centric
• Respect
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Grit

About BlueLinx

We are BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC), a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States with over 70k branded and private-label SKUs, and a broad distribution footprint servicing 50 states. We have over 2,000 associates and our warehouse associates are critical to our success. Teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement drive our culture which emphasizes safety and customer service.

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.

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