Structural Engineer III - Manufacturing
KFI Engineers
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Job summary
KFI Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer III to lead challenging manufacturing projects with a focus on structural design and delivery. You will oversee drawings, field data, and ensure quality while mentoring team members.
The role requires extensive experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage scope, schedule and client expectations. Travel is possible up to 10–15%.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Design preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, especially in manufacturing environments.
- Proficient in structural analysis software and codes.
- Ability to lead projects and act as Engineer of Record.
- Strong client relationships and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Serve as discipline lead for multiple projects and mentor team members.
- Act as Engineer of Record on assigned projects.
- Develop scope estimates and manage within budget.
- Oversee drawing production and construction documents.
- Conduct field surveys and integrate data into design.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and provide technical direction.
- Support business development through proposals and client meetings.
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Job description
Position: Structural Engineer III
Department: Manufacturing (MFG)
Reporting Relationship: Engineering Manager, MFG
KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.
Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.
The Structural Engineer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Structural Engineer III is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed - both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also help support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Serve as the discipline lead for multiple concurrent projects, performing engineering calculations, overseeing drawing development, delegating design tasks, resource planning, completing quality assurance reviews and mentoring.
- Act as the Engineer of Record on assigned projects.
- Lead effective project execution by developing scope estimates, and ensuring all work remains within scope and adheres to budget (labor, expenses, and subcontractors).
- Oversee the production of construction documents including drawings and specifications, ensuring that sound structural engineering principles are consistently applied.
- Perform comprehensive field surveys or inspections, document findings, verify existing conditions, and integrate field data into design with a high degree of accuracy.
- Effectively execute projects. Help develop estimates for assigned scope of work, and ensure we stay within scope and adhere to the overall project budget (KFI labor, expenses, and subs).
- Coordinate work with both internal and external stakeholders, providing technical support and work direction as needed.
- Provide work direction to team members and subcontractors, offering technical support across departments as needed.
- Represent KFI professionally in meetings, site visits, client interactions, and multidiscipline coordination discussions.
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required with an emphasis in Structural Design strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of experience.
- Possess an understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering construction practices.
- Strong structural design experience across a variety of manufacturing settings, such as food and beverage, chemical, etc.
- Experience using structural analysis software (RISA or similar).
- Demonstrated consistency in successful combination of design and/or project management.
- Proven ability to build strong client relationships and establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to present complex information to diverse audiences, synthesize ideas into actionable recommendations, and positively influence outcomes.
- Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with computer technology and business software, including Microsoft Office.
- Travel: May include some domestic travel 1 to 2 days in duration - typically not exceeding 10% to 15% throughout the year.
- Master's degree in Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification. Registration in multiple states, or ability to become registered in multiple states, is desirable.
- Experience designing heavy industrial manufacturing settings, such as food and beverage, chemical, etc.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory or people-management experience.
- Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites.
- Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
- Acts with a sense of urgency.
- Takes responsibility for own actions.
- Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
- Works well under pressure.
- Meets commitments to internal/external customers.
- Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
- Balances Speed and Quality.
- Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Keeps others adequately informed.
- Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
- Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities.
- Shares expertise with others.
- Inspires respect and trust.
At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:
- Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Virtual health services
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Bereavement Leave
- Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage
Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
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