Design Engineer 2

Cornerstone Building Brands•Lindale, TX

About The Position

The Design Engineer 2 works within Cornerstone Building Brands’ Fortify Building Solutions business, serving the pre-engineered metal buildings, metal roof and wall systems, and steel building components industry. The role produces neat, accurate, easy-to-follow designs that satisfy code requirements, manufacturing constraints, project deadlines, customer needs, and company procedures, with a focus on cost-effective, easy-to-erect building systems. Building on foundational engineering experience, this mid-level role takes increased responsibility for project coordination, design optimization, and mentoring junior engineers. The engineer independently manages moderately complex projects, ensuring designs comply with structural codes, manufacturing standards, and customer expectations. Under senior engineers’ guidance, the role also develops methods to reduce manufacturing and drafting costs, improve ease of erection, and increase customer value.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in metal building design or structural engineering.
Proficiency in structural design and modeling software such as RISA, STAAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
Good understanding of structural mechanics and steel design principles.
Proficiency in applicable codes and standards, such as IBC, ASCE 7, and AISC.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn proprietary systems and codes.
Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Ability and willingness to learn Cornerstone Engineering design standards and adapt design software to unusual custom conditions.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is strongly recommended.
Active pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage individual moderately complex projects from start to finish with minimal supervision, meeting critical deadlines.
Apply structural engineering principles and company design standards to unique and custom building conditions.
Generate design packages and review drawings and material lists.
Use structural design software and adapt or customize tools for non-standard applications.
Manage project schedules, shifting priorities, and last-minute revisions while maintaining design quality and on-time delivery.
Communicate with cross-functional team members to identify, escalate, and resolve design challenges.
Coordinate with drafting, estimating, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and efficiency.
Use sound engineering judgment to protect public safety while balancing efficiency and appropriate design conservatism.
Contribute beyond core responsibilities when necessary and apply an understanding of the broader project lifecycle.
Mentor and review junior engineers’ work for accuracy and adherence to design standards.
Identify design improvements and cost-reduction opportunities through engineering solutions.
Pursue professional development toward obtaining and maintaining a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Apply and follow relevant industry codes and standards to ensure regulatory compliance.
Expand knowledge of Cornerstone Engineering design standards and adapt design software to unusual custom customer conditions.