Systems Engineer I

Cornerstone Building Brands; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

401k

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a software engineering professional to define technical requirements and engineering standards for enhancements, new projects, and initiatives within the Mueller Design System. The role includes participating in UAT, understanding steel/structural design, and supporting productivity and customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with IT, Design, Drafting, and Manufacturing, design tests, document changes, and help modernize legacy systems while balancing

Qualifications

• 2+ years building design experience or related field.
• 5+ years in software development and systems engineering; 1+ year in a senior or lead role.
• Experience in metal buildings or construction is a plus.
• Strong programming skills in C# and C++.
• Database expertise with SQL Server and Microsoft Access.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent collaboration and communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement technical solutions within the Mueller Design System to expand capabilities.
• Analyze engineering workflows to identify automation opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate engineering requirements into software functionalities.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to integrate software with enterprise systems.
• Act as liaison between end-users and developers to communicate system needs, challenges, and improvements.
• Coordinate with Technical Services, IT, Design, Drafting, and Manufacturing for alignment with business and engineering needs.
• Design, execute, and document testing procedures for new features, bug fixes, and system updates.
• Document software design decisions and codebase changes to facilitate future maintenance.
• Provide technical insight and feedback on proposed engineering changes and system developments.

Skills

C#

C++

Software architecture

Debugging

Cross-functional collaboration

SQL

Tools

SQL Server

Microsoft Access

Git

CI/CD

Automated testing frameworks

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide technical requirements and engineering standards for enhancements, new projects, and initiatives. In addition, the position will include being part of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) engineers. This position will require strong technical ability to understand the steel/structural design of metal building systems. This role is very critical for the Engineering department as they will impact productivity, efficiency, lead times, cost, and ultimately customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement technical solutions within the Mueller Design System (MBS) to expand current capabilities and introduce new features.
• Analyze engineering workflows to identify automation opportunities, improve user experience, and increase software efficiency.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to convert engineering requirements into practical software functionalities.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to integrate software solutions with other enterprise systems and tools.
• Act as a liaison between end-users and developers to communicate system needs, challenges, and improvements.
• Coordinate with various departments, including Technical Services, IT, Design, Drafting, and Manufacturing, to ensure system alignment with business and engineering needs.
• Design, execute, and document thorough testing procedures for new features, bug fixes, and system updates.
• Record test cases, results, and identified issues clearly and accurately to support system validation and continuous improvement.
• Maintain clear documentation of software design decisions, codebase structure, and change history to facilitate future maintenance and upgrades.
• Provide technical insight and feedback on proposed engineering changes and system developments.

Qualifications

• 2 plus years of building design experience or related field
• Prior experience with any metal building software and Tech Requirement development is a plus
• Extensive experience in engineering software development and systems engineering, with 5+ years in the field and at least 1 year in a senior or lead role; industry experience in metal buildings or construction is a plus.
• Strong programming skills, with proficiency in C# and C++.
• Knowledge of software architecture, design principles, and the software development lifecycle, including modernization of legacy systems and platform migrations.
• Database expertise, including integration with SQL Server and Microsoft Access.
• Familiarity with development tools and workflows, such as Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in debugging, testing, and maintaining legacy systems, with the ability to navigate and improve complex codebases.
• Skilled in designing and implementing automated workflows and rule-based systems for engineering calculations.
• Ability to balance multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional and distributed teams (Engineering, IT, Drafting, Manufacturing, Technical Services).
• Experienced in technical documentation, requirements gathering, system diagramming, and code review for quality assurance.
• Eager to learn and adopt emerging technologies in engineering software.
• Comfortable representing software interests in task forces, project reviews, and engineering councils.

Additional Information

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000-$100,000 + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands 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, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here .If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.