Design Engineer

County Materials • Westmont, IL

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About The Position

County Prestress & Precast, LLC manufactures resilient concrete solutions to meet the growing demand for infrastructure, multifamily housing, and large-scale commercial construction. We rely on our team of talented and determined people to provide reliable products with unmatched service. We are seeking a Design Engineer for our customer, County Prestress & Precast, LLC located in Westmont, IL. Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Education: 4-year engineering degree with licensure as a Professional Engineer.
• Licensure as a Structural Engineer in Illinois and master's degree in civil or Structural engineering preferred.
• Experience in general building construction and precast concrete design and construction.
• Experience with structural analysis and design software.
• 5 years as a precast design engineer or equivalent experience in building construction design.

Responsibilities

• Take complete ownership of a project from its conception or when it is turned over to engineering from sales.
• Work closely with project coordinators as erection drawings are being prepared so that the project coordinators can work accurately and efficiently.
• Provide frame, component and connection designs for highly standardized and moderately complex projects.
• Prepare record calculations in accordance with the applicable codes and regulations for submittal to customers and building officials.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Coordinator, act as a liaison between County Prestress and contractor, owner, architect and erector.
• Check all erection drawings and, when necessary, check production piece drawings.
• Know the schedule for all phases of the project and make sure the customer's (including production) needs are met at all times.
• Provide sales engineering services to architects, engineers and customers when requested.
• Estimate major projects and review estimates provided by sales reps on assigned projects.
• Visit jobsites and County Prestress production facilities on a regular basis to become familiar with production and erection procedures and the problems that may occur.
• Provide timely solutions to production facilities or customer when problems occur.
• Always look for ways to revise a project or proceed in order to reduce costs and increase quality.
• Check validity of back charges and change orders on assigned projects and communicate within County Prestress as appropriate to prevent future similar back charges.
• Stay abreast of Code changes, technology advancements and new products & techniques as they relate to the precast/prestressed concrete industry.
• Develop software programs and tools to improve the efficiency of calculation preparation in the Engineering Department.
• Seals record calculations and shop drawings for work performed under their supervision.
• May assume a team lead role for work groups.
• Check accuracy of drawings prepared by Project Designers and Project Coordinators.
• When requested, review drawings and designs prepared by outside consultants.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision benefits
• Short term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Safety-focused training
• Safety shoe and uniform programs
• Skills training and development with career growth opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Team member discounts
• Team member appreciation and recognition events
• County Champion Award
• Digital app capabilities for payroll, benefits, and communication

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees