Structural Design Engineer (Truss)

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC • Milliken, CO

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About The Position

Contech is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to provide structural engineering design and technical support for short- to medium-span pedestrian and vehicular bridge projects serving national clients. The role focuses on project-specific design for Contech bridge products, including preparing engineering drawings and calculations, reviewing project plans, developing solutions, and supporting the sales team as products are integrated into site plans.

The engineer will collaborate with in-house engineers, CAD technicians, sales and marketing staff, outside engineers, and fabrication personnel. The position includes structural analysis and design of bridge elements, technical support for manufacturing and installation, review of other team members’ work, and observation of in-house fabrication. The engineer will also help maintain engineering standards and training materials, contribute to technical papers and product literature, support product specifications, maintain professional knowledge and certifications, and occasionally visit job sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis is strongly preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and at least 2 years of experience reviewing and sealing work.
• 6–10 years of experience in structural steel or bridge design.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong team and client relationships.
• High-level analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD, finite element analysis, and/or structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Provide project-specific design services for Contech bridge products, including preparing engineering drawings and calculations, reviewing project plans, and developing solutions for site plans.
• Perform structural analysis and design of bridge elements, including superstructures, foundations, and retaining walls.
• Collaborate with in-house engineers, CAD technicians, sales and marketing team members, and outside engineers to specify and design Contech products.
• Provide technical support to Operations and Manufacturing to help ensure products are fabricated properly.
• Coordinate with field sales staff and manufacturing personnel to address questions about product design, manufacturing, and installation.
• Provide technical advice to the sales and marketing team and external consultants.
• Review design work produced by other team members for accuracy.
• Inspect and observe in-house fabrication to verify adherence to design drawings.
• Maintain engineering standards, policies, best practices, and procedures.
• Help develop product training programs and aids.
• Assist with developing and writing technical papers and product literature to support and promote Contech products.
• Maintain working knowledge of governing product specifications and contribute to their development and modification; may serve on technical committees.
• Maintain civil and structural engineering knowledge and certifications through activities such as trade shows, continuing education courses, and seminars.
• Occasionally travel to job sites to provide technical support, consultation, and evaluation related to product installations.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package with options to meet the needs of employees and their families.
• Work-life balance.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Hands-on engineering environment with opportunities to collaborate with fabrication personnel on the shop floor.

What This Job Offers

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