Project Engineer 2

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Project Engineer 2 to translate design intent into practical drawings and specifications for manufacturing and field construction. You will draft and engineer contracted and presale projects, and prepare equipment requirements to meet project needs.

The role emphasizes safe structural analysis, engineering assurance, and supervision of pre-sales and contracted work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional or construction experience.
• FE (EIT) certification or international equivalent preferred.
• Proficient with CAD and structural software.

Responsibilities

• Draft and engineer contracted and presale projects as assigned.
• Prepare equipment requirements for projects and collaborate with other personnel.
• Use CAD and structural software to ensure EFCO quality standards.
• Manage engineering and drafting of pre-sales and contracted projects; plan and supervise assignments.

Skills

CAD

Structural software

Problem solving

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

FE (EIT) preferred

Tools

CAD software

Structural analysis software

Job description

Purpose

The Project Engineer 2 role is a mid-level engineering position that's responsible for the preparation of visual representations of EFCO products for safe and efficient use in manufacturing and construction.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and Engineering (50%)

• Draft and engineer contracted and presale projects as assigned.
• Prepare equipment requirements for projects and collaborate with other key personnel to ensure project requirements are met.
• Use good technical skills to create designs that meet EFCO's quality standards.

Structural Analysis and Engineering Assurance (30%)

• Ensure safe use of equipment by performing structural analysis of formwork and shoring.
• Compile calculations for Engineering Assurance review and approval.
• Adapt to project requirements while upholding EFCO's Integrity in safety compliance.

Engineering and Drafting Management (20%)

• Manage the engineering and drafting of pre-sales and contracted projects as assigned.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise assignments, review progress, and evaluate results. Promote a service-oriented approach by ensuring all projects consistently meet or surpass expectations, thereby contributing to exceptional Super Service delivery.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional or construction experience required.
• Certification(s) and License(s): FE (EIT certification or international equivalent if available) preferred.
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) and structural software.
• Other Requirements: Problem-solving skills, organizational abilities, and PC proficiency are a plus.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Relationship Building: Develops and maintains productive, respectful relationships across teams and functions.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location.

Physical Demands

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Balancing- Maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
• Sitting/Standing- Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
• Stooping- Bending at the waist: Occasionally
• Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Walking: Frequently
• Climbing- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.: Occasionally
• Hearing: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time: Frequently
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions: FrequentlyAbility to write complex documents in the English language: Frequently
• Capacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.