Structural Engineer (Retaining Wall)

Oldcastle APG; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction and building materials seeks a Structural Engineer to ensure the design and performance of retaining wall systems. This mid-senior level role involves providing technical support, establishing design standards, and ensuring product functionality while offering opportunities for growth and a competitive salary package. Candidates with a degree in Civil Engineering and a strong project management background are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and internal promotion

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a geotechnical engineer in a supervisory capacity.
• Proficiency in various computer-based applications.
• Ability to observe product manufacture under diverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Establish the design standards for retaining walls.
• Review and maintain Anchor Diamond design manuals and software.
• Provide engineering support to key accounts.

Skills

Technical Skill

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer certification

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Job description

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Job ID: 511406
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard hardscape, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary
The Structural Engineer’s responsibility is to provide professional engineering and sales counsel to Oldcastle in all major technical areas relating to the design and performance of concrete retaining walls and retaining wall systems. In addition to this role, the National Engineer provides engineering support to Oldcastle Companies as determined by the VP of Commercial Hardscapes. In this role you are responsible for providing other technical support functions, as directed by management, and for interacting with, and counseling all Oldcastle managers and employees in a positive, team-building fashion to achieve company objectives.
Job Location

• This position is remote, Candidate must live close to a metropolitan area due to the travel requirements.
  

Job Responsibilities

• Establish the standards of design (methodology, minimum factors of safety, etc.) for all retaining wall plans, whether preliminary, final, or otherwise, issued by or on behalf of Oldcastle.
• Ensure the suitability of all Anchor Diamond blocks for their intended functions. As new products are developed, review them from a functional perspective, and issue and maintain written reports as to their suitability for their intended functional applications.
• Identify the needs of design professionals with respect to performance data respecting Anchor Diamond blocks, obtain such data, and maintain it.
• Ensure the suitability of Anchor Diamond design/estimating software, design manuals and other design literature for its intended purpose.
• Review, maintain, and update Anchor Diamond design/estimating software and manuals as needed.
• Obtain necessary approvals of Anchor Diamond and Belgard products from review bodies and regulatory bodies (HITEC, ICC, DOT, ETC.), and maintain records regarding same.
• Stay current with industry developments, attend industry meetings as necessary.
• Act as the technical representative for Oldcastle to the industry.
• Coordinate/supervise all forensic work related to performance of retaining walls constructed with Anchor Diamond and Belgard blocks.
• Provide Engineering Services to key accounts as directed by the VP of Commercial Hardscapes.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Job Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as a geotechnical engineer with several years in a supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and certification as a Professional Engineer (Preferred).
• A high degree of technical skill is required to understand both technical product and application information.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with others in the company as well as industry and customer personnel.
• Proficiency in a variety of computer-based applications including computer aided design, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Observing manufacture of product, which may require exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme weather conditions and temperatures, heavy equipment and noises, and other attributes common to such sites.
• Strong project management abilities.
• Travel up to 50%.
  

Job Compensation

• Base salary is $120,000-$150,000.
• Opportunity for an annual bonus.
  

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
  

About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction, Wholesale Building Materials, and Civil Engineering

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