Formwork Engineer II

Baker Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Construction is seeking a Formwork Engineer II to design formwork layouts, select forming systems, and ensure safe, efficient execution on projects in Phoenix. The role involves calculating loads, sizing members, and preparing detailed shop drawings under supervision and in collaboration with project teams.

Candidates should have a Civil or Mechanical Engineering background, be an EIT pursuing licensure, and be proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) and pursuing state licensure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; BIM knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide formwork design input and layout drawings; ensure safe, economical forming.
• Calculate loads for shoring, reshoring, and crane capacities.
• Review drawings for design load compliance and dimensional conflicts.
• Produce formwork shop drawings and pour/crane layout drawings.
• Communicate with field on drawing conflicts and resolve issues.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Load calculations

Autodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

BIM basics

Communication

Education

B.S. in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

Formwork Engineer II

The Formwork Engineer II designs and prepares formwork layout drawings addressing the technical aspects of formwork layout, forming materials, system selection, and proper implementation. Supports project planning to ensure the most efficient, safe, and economical forming systems are incorporated in the project design. When required, work may be reviewed and stamped by a licensed engineer.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides engineering input for proper form selection
• Calculates loads for shoring, forming and reshoring
• Determines member sizes and proper spacing
• Ensures formwork loads fall within the capacities of the crane
• Confirms framing layouts meet the design load requirements
• Designs lifting and rigging equipment
• Designs temporary bracing for existing structures such as walls and floors
• Reviews the designs and calculations of Formwork Engineer I
• Identifies and resolves any unique design issues on the project
• Produces formwork shop drawings based on the design of the chosen formwork system
• Produces pour break and crane layout drawings
• Reviews construction drawings for dimensional conflicts and clarifications
• Issues RFIs to resolve conflicts
• Produces repetitive drawings for typical formwork layout
• Maintains project drawing files
• Plots and assembles drawings per standards set by the Engineering Department
• Compares and checks production drawings to the design criteria of the construction documents
• Identifies safety issues on the drawings
• Communicates with the field on drawing conflicts and issues related to formwork and brings resolution
• Maintains standard detail library
• Ensures critical framing sections are shown on the drawings
• Reviews and critiques vendor supplied drawings
• Participates in transition meetings to determine production schedule for shop and engineering drawings and work order production
• Quantifies take-offs of form material to the shop for fabrication and shipment
• Compares shop production with the field progress
• Produces work orders to shop for pre-assembly of forms
• Provides input related to delivery dates for formwork delivered to project
• Performs pre-pour inspections
• Trains and qualifies others to do independent pre-pour inspectionsCritically views all aspects of construction design
• Supervises, trains, evaluates, and develops direct reports

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology; minimum of four years related experience and/or training
• Must be an Engineer in Training (EIT) and pursuing a path toward licensure or licensed in applicable state
• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Basic understanding of BIM

Competencies

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
• Good listening skills
• Ability to comprehend documents such as blueprints and construction drawings
• Ability to apply concepts such as algebra, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry, trigonometry, and interpolation to practical situations
• Ability to perform engineering analysis, such as load calculations, pressures, shear, moment, and deflection calculations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to interact with project personnel, clients, and Engineers
• Ability to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to think outside the box

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewarded with great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make your mark. This is an opportunity to own your future while working alongside co‑workers who are united in our purpose to build better structures and better lives.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.