Sr. Structural Rack Engineer

KION Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic in the United States is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the North America Engineering team in Wauwatosa, WI. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in structural analysis, steel and rack design, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and projects.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in structural engineering, a PE license, and a track record of leading complex initiatives from concept to installation.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with structural emphasis; advanced degree a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in structural engineering.
• Proven ability to solve high-impact cross-functional engineering problems.
• Strong analytical skills, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Dematic North America’s racking and structural engineering initiatives.
• Support all phases of projects from concept through installation and commissioning.
• Develop and review structural designs at system and component levels for safety and compliance.
• Perform and oversee structural analysis, steel design, and connection design.
• Create and review 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Manage budgets and schedules; communicate status to teams and management.
• Support product development including design validation and testing.
• Partner with Sales to develop and review racking and structural concepts.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, safety, site managers, subcontractors, and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA 2D/3D

Tekla Structures

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dematic has an immediate opening for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our North America Engineering team in Wauwatosa, WI. This is a hands-on, project-based role requiring deep expertise in structural analysis, steel and rack design, and close collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and project teams.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical fundamentals, proven experience in industrial racking and ASRS applications, and the ability to lead complex structural engineering initiatives from concept through installation.

We offer:

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $102,750 - $150,700 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What you will do in this role:

• Travel: Approximately 25%
• Lead and coordinate Dematic North America’sracking and structural engineering initiatives
• Support all phases of projects includingconcept development, structural design, engineering, installation, and commissioning
• Develop and review structural designs at bothsystem and component levels, ensuring safe operation, code compliance, and sustainability
• Perform and oversee structural analysis, steel design, and connection design
• Create and review3D models, drawings, and technical documentation
• Managestructural engineering budgets and design schedulesfor assigned projects; communicate status to project teams and management
• Supportinternal product development, including design validation and testing
• Partner with theSales teamto develop and review racking and structural design concepts
• Liaise closely withmanufacturing, purchasing, quality, safety, site managers, subcontractors, and customersto ensure successful project execution
• Support technical and concept reviews and ensure adherence to Dematic’s engineering processes and standards
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to other engineers

Rack and Steel Structure Design

• Industrial steel storage racks and ASRS structures
• Structural steel and cold‑formed steel design
• Connections and rolled cold‑formed sections

Codes & Standards (familiarity required)

• AISC LRFD Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
• AISI Specification for Cold‑Formed Steel Design
• RMI Specification for Industrial Steel Storage Racks
• FEM 9.831 / 9.832
• US Seismic Design Standards
• Local, State, and US Building Codes
• Knowledge of broader North American standards is a plus

Software Tools

• AutoCAD
• RISA 2D/3D or equivalent structural analysis software
• Tekla Structures (or willingness to learn)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What we are looking for:

• B.S. in Civil or Mechanical Engineering(Structural emphasis preferred); advanced degree a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 8+ years of progressive experiencein structural engineering, preferably within the material handling or industrial steel structures industry
• Demonstrated ability to solvehigh-impact, complex, and cross-functional engineering problems
• Strong analytical skills with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with confidence to engage at all organizational levels
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring and supporting professional staff

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa now or in the future.

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