Sales Engineer

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

Retirement

Job summary

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. seeks a Sales Engineer to translate complex structural requirements into clear proposals and designs for pre-engineered and hybrid buildings.

You will work with internal teams and customers to define scope and timing. The role requires a PE, a BS in Civil Engineering, and 10+ years in construction with emphasis on steel building design, codes, and accurate quotations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) certification is required.
• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in construction, including 5+ years in steel building design.
• Experience applying building codes (IBC, ASCE, AISC CFE2008, SJI, SDI, REP2014, NSR-10).

Responsibilities

• Develop structural estimates for complex pre-engineered buildings.
• Review drawings and specifications to determine scope for proposals.
• Engage with customers to clarify requirements and schedule proposals.
• Identify framing solutions meeting cost and schedule constraints.
• Provide timely, accurate quotations and pre-order support.
• Assist sales with pricing data and quotes transfer.
• Track quotes and opportunities through kickoff to ensure clean transfer of information.

Skills

PE certification

Proposal development

Estimating

Building codes knowledge

Customer coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

RISA

RAM

STAAD

Job description

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!

The Sales Engineer plays a critical role in communicating complex technical information to customers and clients. This position involves developing preliminary structural designs, coordinating with internal and external suppliers, and preparing professional proposals for both pre-engineered and hybrid buildings. The Sales Engineer is essential to guiding projects through all preconstruction efforts, collaborating with builders, end customers, and other key stakeholders in the construction project.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop structural estimates for complex pre-engineered buildings (PEB).
• Review building drawings and specifications to determine the scope of work required for proposals.
• Engage with customers to understand their building requirements, clarify details, and confirm proposal delivery schedules.
• Identify framing solutions that best meet building requirements, considering in-place costs and schedules.
• Ensure builders receive timely, accurate, and optimized quotations, along with pre-order support.
• Assist the sales team with information needed for setting final prices and providing accurate quotations to builders.
• Track quotes and opportunities through kick off to ensure clean transfer of critical project information.

Minimum Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in the construction industry, including:
• 5+ years of experience in structural design of steel buildings.
• 5+ years of experience in proposal development, estimating, or sales.
• Proficiency in applying building codes and steel product codes (e.g., IBC, ASCE, AISC CFE2008, SJI, SDI, REP2014, NSR-10) to design and proposals.
• Competence with structural design software (such as RISA, RAM, or STAAD).
• Experience with metal building design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with REVIT or similar design software.
• Advanced certifications in structural engineering or related fields.

Why Join Us

• We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
• We are committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment where every team member can thrive.
• Join us to make an impact in the construction industry while growing your career with us.

Additional Information

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.

We also 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.

We are a global leader in metal coating and painting products for building and construction industries, providing vital components for houses, buildings, structures, vehicles and more. We have built a solid foundation for growth with a diverse portfolio of businesses in some of the largest and fastest growing economies of the world. We are headquartered in Australia, with our people and operations spread across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout Asia.