Structural Project Engineer- Bristol, CT

Clarkdietrich-3; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Community service day

Job summary

ClarkDietrich is seeking a Project Engineer for our Bristol, CT Engineering Services office. The role begins with a 2-month intensive training program before relocation to a home-base office.

You will provide technical support, prepare shop drawings, and collaborate with the GM, Engineering Manager, Project Managers, and Technicians throughout the design process. Ideal candidates excel in teamwork, communicate clearly, and can produce accurate drawings and calculations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil/Structural preferred).
• PE license or ability to take the EIT exam.
• Military equivalent considered in lieu of education/experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AUTOCAD, Revit) and BIM experience is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with customers via courteous calls and prompt service.
• Increase specifications through shop drawings and by providing technical information.
• Produce CAD/BIM shop drawings for cold-formed steel structures.
• Develop structural calculations for internal review and client submission.
• Collaborate with engineers to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ensure drawings and calculations are reviewed and approved by management.
• Support project managers to resolve challenges and deadlines.

Skills

Structural engineering

Design flexibility

Engineering calculations

CAD knowledge

Framing standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

PE or EIT eligibility

Military equivalent accepted

Tools

AUTOCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

#2343

Bristol, Connecticut, United States

Requisition #

2343

Description

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich, a leading manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and interior and exterior finishing products in North America, fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a team that is STRONGER THAN STEEL. Apply to become a Project Engineer at the ClarkDietrich Engineering Services office located in Bristol, CT.

SUMMARY

The Project Engineer will participate in a 2-month intensive training program at one of our engineering offices prior to relocation to a home base office location. The trainee will be equipped with the required skills to be successful in providing technical support and accurate information to our external and internal customers in a professional and timely manner. Additionally, the program will adequately prepare the trainee on best practices and techniques to collaborate with the General Manager, Engineering Manager, Project Managers and Engineering Technicians throughout the design process. The training program offers effective teamwork skills, which will be essential to provide a professional, accurate and complete shop drawing and calculation package.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PROCESS MANAGEMENT

• Maintains relationship with ClarkDietrich's customers through courteous phone conversations with prompt customer service.
• Increases the specification of ClarkDietrich through shop drawings and by providing technical information to customers.
• Develops relationships with CDBS Account Representatives, Territory Managers and Regional Sales staff.

ENGINEERING DESIGN

• Read and accurately interpret drawings.
• Notify Project Manager of any scheduling conflicts.
• Produce a CAD/BIM production detail drawing package of cold-formed steel structures including fully detailed curtain wall and load bearing plan views, section views 3D, isometric and other structural details.
• Produce the design of cold-formed steel structures including curtain and load bearing wall, lateral bracing and/or stability analysis and truss designs.
• Produce calculations in a logical, reviewable and presentable format for internal review/approval and submission to the client.
• Perform structural calculations using analysis programs or manual methods as necessary to complete the calculations.
• Collaborate with team members to accurately complete engineering tasks in a timely manner.
• Ensure project drawings and calculations are reviewed and approved by the Project Manager, Engineering Manager or General Manager.
• Increase the specification of ClarkDietrich through shop drawings and provide technical information to clients.
• Independently make decisions on type of methods to employ in structural design to effectively protect the safety, health and welfare of the public.
• Provide assistance to General Manager, Engineering Managers and Project Managers to resolve project challenges and deadlines to the satisfaction of the client.

OFFICE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage daily office and engineering duties through tools utilized by management.
• Maintain a clean office environment.
• Cooperatively work with all team members.
• Participate and engage in office meetings and discussions.
• Support technical services by answering engineering design related questions, and completing drawings or calculations as needed.
• Build on demonstrated skillset to reach project completion and office goals through a positive team spirit, and willingness to perform all team tasks required to complete projects to the satisfaction of the client.

Requirements

Ideal candidate for this position is one who excels in a team environment, can perform engineering tasks in a group or individual setting, exhibits excellent multi-tasking and time management skills, and communicates effectively in all mediums including verbal, written, and calculations. Candidate must be goal oriented, solution driven, and willing to perform team tasks within, and outside of traditional engineering roles in order to deliver the entire project on-time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of our client/customer.

QUALIFICATIONS ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SKILLS

• A thorough knowledge of structural engineering and a formal education in building design is preferred.
• Flexibility in design with ability to solve problems with various approaches.
• Ability to perform engineering duties using a computer and computer analysis.
• A working knowledge of structural building components, including CAD-related experience in structural building application is required.
• Formal education in framing standards, familiarity with, and understanding of framing installation methods, as well as the assembly of structural building components.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software to perform analysis required. Includes expertise in AUTOCAD and Revit. Experience in BIM a Plus.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Effectively prepares written correspondence in a professional manner.
• Effectively presents verbal presentations.
• Cooperatively communicates with team members.

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Manage projects effectively through notifications to team members of conflicts and deadlines.
• Maintain exceptional rapport with internal and external clients through proper time management, project task management and task focus.
• Build on demonstrated skill set to reach project completion and office goals through a positive team spirit.
• Willingness to perform all team tasks required to complete projects to the satisfaction of the client.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil/Structural preferred, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and other disciplines that include statics course work will be considered).
• Must possess Professional Engineering certification or have the ability to take the exam to become an Engineer‐in-Training (E.I.T).
• The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written media.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Advanced math skills including geometry, calculus, and finite element methods.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to analyze complex data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position requires occasional travel to job site locations, client offices, & trade shows.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office, job sites and manufacturing facilities.

CLARKDIETRICH BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Full benefits package (Medial, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance)
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual Incentive
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
• Community Service Day

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$35.58 - $37.98 / year

Pay Transparency

ClarkDietrich’s compensation program supports the company’s Vision and Values. We offer a competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement and a work-life balance.

Stronger Together- United for Success

Mission: At ClarkDietrich, we are committed to building a culture where everyone belongs. People can achieve great things when they feel seen, valued, and connected. Our priorities are doing the right thing, positively working together as a team, embracing creativity, and striving for balance. We celebrate our unique perspectives by encouraging each other to bring our authentic selves to the table; this way, we unlock innovation, strengthen communication, and spark the best ideas. Together, we grow and thrive, and we not only build a stronger team but also build a stronger ClarkDietrich.

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