Senior Application Engineer

White Cap • Pleasanton, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Application Engineer is responsible for engineering design and review of concrete formwork and shoring layouts, including custom elements for complex project requirements. The role supports pre-construction and active project phases, with an emphasis on technical excellence and field feasibility. The engineer develops designs and calculations, prepares and reviews project materials, and provides technical support to sales, operations, construction teams, and customers throughout the project lifecycle.

The position calls for independent work on complex assignments, including troubleshooting and solving problems with incomplete information. It may include overseeing projects and assignments, monitoring work progress and accuracy, and contributing to employees’ professional development, without hiring or firing authority. Work is typically indoors, with occasional exposure to mild physical discomfort and some handling of moderately weighted materials or equipment. Overnight travel is typically less than 5% of the time.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 5–8 years of experience in a related field, or a master’s degree and 3–5 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and building code requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain it within 2 years.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; strongly preferred, with three years under a registered Professional Engineer.
• At least 2 years of experience in formwork and shoring design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit and 3D modeling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed formwork and shoring drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Perform structural calculations to validate load capacities and ensure safety.
• Prepare bills of material and review peer designs for accuracy and optimization.
• Apply civil engineering principles to plan and lay out formwork and shoring systems based on inventory, schedule, cost, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with construction teams to support effective implementation of designs.
• Provide technical input to sales and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Attend customer meetings during and after the sales process to support technical discussions and design alignment.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop effective solutions, including when information is incomplete.
• May plan, assign, monitor, and review the progress and accuracy of project work, and contribute to employees’ professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior