Architectural Structural Design Engineer

Scot Forge Co.•Spring Grove, IL

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Scot Forge is seeking to hire an experienced Structural focused Engineer to take the lead on the charge towards many expansions within our manufacturing facilities. The position requires the knowledge and ability to layout, design, and manage the development of building structures, foundations, and site civil needs. Essential to this role is substantial project management of outside and inside contractors for cost effective and timely installations. Scot Forge is a 130 year old, 100% employee-owned company that manufactures custom open die and rolled ring forgings. At Scot Forge, we help our customers with forged solutions from the world's physical infrastructure, energy, and transportation to manufacturing, mining, and our national defense. From the wheels of NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover to mission critical components for nuclear submarines, to large hydraulic cylinders for the largest mining trucks on the planet, Scot Forge creates the precision forged metal parts used in demanding applications all over the world. Position Shift and Location: In-Person based in Spring Grove, IL with occasional travel to Franklin Park, IL and Clinton, WI. Monday - Friday 7AM - 5PM

Requirements

BS in Architectural / Structural Engineering or related degree and minimum of seven (7) years of Structural Design Engineering
Strong Project Management skills (degree and/or experience)
Knowledge of crane code manufacturing (CMAA)
Knowledge of permitting, building codes and standards
Proficient in structural blueprint reading & 2D CAD generation
Proficient skills in MS office (MS Project)
Excellent communication skills, organization, and detail oriented

Responsibilities

Layout functional building/plant layouts and design reliable foundations for unique pieces of machinery.
Use SolidWorks & 2D CAD for the layout, design and documentation of building structures, plant/equipment layouts, and plant utilities.
Project Analysis - determine project feasibility and develop/generate budget and project ROI.
Detail specifications for bid packages, obtain quotations, negotiation of price and delivery, contract review, project authorization submittal, and awards contract to vendors (buildings, foundations, utilities, site civil, and plant cranes).
Develops and maintains visual schedules for building/foundation projects (MS Project).
General contractor - schedule and instructs the work performed by various sub-contractors for plant building and office projects.
Direct internal personnel for the installation/assembly of designs performed.
Oversees the quality and safety of external contractors work for the installation of buildings, foundations and utilities (HVAC, Plumbing, & Railroad).
Responsible for the modification, redesign and repair of existing structures.
Deep knowledge and understanding of building structural design and heavy machinery foundation design.
Knowledge of plant utilities, civil engineering, building codes, and environmental codes.
Corporate position responsible for the architectural/structural needs of all three plants (along with two joint venture plants).
Designs meet/exceed respective codes: Analysis, validation, and due diligence is performed to ensure quality of design with (first and foremost) plant and personnel safety.
Assist with mechanical designs (SolidWorks)
Other duties as assigned