Product Design Manager (Supervisor)

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Buildings Group, Waterloo, IN, is seeking a Product Design Manager (Supervisor) to guide PEMB product development, maintain standard parts, and lead cross‑functional teams across engineering, production, sales, and vendors. You will ensure safe, cost‑effective, and code‑compliant solutions while mentoring the design team.

You will apply IBC/ASCE 7/AISC standards, oversee testing coordination, and drive continuous product improvements with a focus on collaboration across NBG divisions and

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of PEMB experience with knowledge of PEMB structural systems.
• Working knowledge of building codes and industry specs (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC).
• Engineering drawing interpretation and CAD/software familiarity.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent PEMB experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of new/ enhanced PEMB products and tools.
• Prioritize value and invest in parts across divisions.
• Evaluate PEMB structural systems, connections, cladding, and components for cost and performance.
• Gather feedback from detailing, design, production, sales, and customers.
• Lead product corrections for design issues, manufacturing concerns, and field feedback.
• Provide strategic technical support to divisions and Group Services.
• Ensure code compliance using IBC/ASCE7/AISC standards.
• Coordinate with third-party labs and certification bodies for qualification and ongoing compliance.
• Direct the design team in maintaining references and conducting product training.
• Mentor and coach team members to reach their potential.

Skills

PEMB product development

Engineering drawing interpretation

CAD software proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Division: Nucor Building Systems Indiana

Location: Waterloo, IN, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Product Design Manager (Supervisor)

Are you an experienced professional who enjoys turning technical expertise into better products? Nucor Buildings Group ( NBG) is seeking a Product Design Manager (Supervisor level) to lead Nucor Buildings Group’s product development and improvement initiatives. You’ll mentor the Product Design Team in developing, maintaining, and improving standardized products, parts, and assemblies utilized across NBG’s engineering teams. You’ll collaborate across engineering, production, sales, purchasing, vendors, and customers to improve product performance and deliver safe, code-compliant, cost-effective solutions.

Basic Job Functions:

• Initiate and drive the development and implementation of value-added new and/or enhanced Metal Building products, processes, and tools through collaboration across Nucor Buildings Group Divisions, Group Technology Services, and related Nucor businesses.
• Prioritize value versus investments made in Product Design to improve or introduce new parts and products that are valuable to builders and easy to produce across all divisions.
• Oversee technical evaluation of PEMB structural systems, connections, cladding systems, and ancillary components, identifying opportunities for optimization, cost reduction, and performance improvement.
• Gather feedback and recommendations for potential areas of improvement in products and processes from Detailing, Customer Service, Design Engineering, Production, Sales, Purchasing, Vendors, and Customers.
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of product corrections resulting from design issues, code changes, manufacturing concerns, and field feedback to ensure standardized products remain accurate, compliant, and effective across NBG Divisions.
• Provide strategic and technical feedback and support to NBG Divisions and within Group Services to facilitate product and process improvements while promoting benchmarking, collaboration, and interdivisional alignment on product standards, tools, and processes.
• Apply working knowledge of applicable building codes, load standards, and industry specifications (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, MBMA) to guide product development decisions and ensure code compliance across the NBG product portfolio.
• Coordinate with third-party testing laboratories and certification bodies to manage product qualification, testing protocols, and ongoing compliance requirements.
• Direct the Product Design Team in maintaining internal reference materials, organizing and implementing value-added changes, and organizing and leading product training discussions.
• Promote continuous development of the team through mentoring and coaching to help individuals realize and leverage their full potential.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of PEMB (Pre-Engineered Metal Building) experience with demonstrated in-depth knowledge of PEMB structural systems, secondary structural members, roofing and wall systems, foundation interfaces, connections, and related components.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, load standards, and industry specifications, including IBC, ASCE 7, and AISC, as they apply to metal building systems.
• Proficiency in engineering drawing interpretation, CAD software, electronic file management, and Microsoft Office products.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated PEMB industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), particularly given the oversight of R&D, product certification, and structural evaluation activities.
• Advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• In-depth familiarity with the MBMA Metal Building Systems Manual, IBC structural provisions, AISC 360 (structural steel design), AISI S100 (cold-formed steel design), and applicable wind and seismic load standards.
• Experience with product certification programs (e.g., FM Approvals, UL, ICC-ES) and processes for obtaining and maintaining certifications.
• Hands‑on experience with structural analysis software (e.g., RISA, STAAD, or proprietary PEMB design software), including an understanding of how design tools interface with product standards.
• Experience in metal building erection, field construction, or jobsite quality, providing practical context for product design and improvement decisions.

Why Nucor:

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contributeto our collective success. Experience a workplace wheresafety,efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define everyday,enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug‑free workplace