Structural Engineer II

Vanderlande•Marietta, GA

67d

About The Position

Structural Engineer II – Hay level 40 Vanderlande’s Distribution Engineering Department is responsible for the design, specification, and commissioning of Material Handling Systems, Warehouse Automation and Parcel Sortation systems for our customers throughout North America. In this position, you will be working with an engineering project team in the development of an automated warehouse or parcel sortation system. You will be responsible for ensuring the design meets the customer requirements, is coordinated with other trades to minimize conflicts during installation, can be installed with efficiency, and maintain excellent communication with the site team. Success in this role involves the ability to balance the technical requirements of the role while also having the soft skills to collaborate with the engineering team. It also involves working closely with stakeholders from other disciplines and other departments to balance priorities, improve processes and satisfy a complex set of goals. Success will require strong technical skills, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, drive, and passion. A successful candidate will demonstrate a keen intuition for when to attempt to solve problems on their own and when to enlist the help of other experienced leaders. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we seek passionate and ambitious people capable of making a positive impact on our key customer projects while developing a successful and prosperous career in a challenging and rewarding international environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services. If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects. You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries. To achieve our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins… So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering with Structural Emphasis (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in designing structures
Willing and able to travel 10%.
Strong understanding of engineering mechanics and design fundamentals
Intermediate skills in RISA Structural Analysis software preferred
Knowledge of steelwork manufacturing, installation process and quality
Knowledge of costs related to design and execution of the steel structures
Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks) and Proficient in structural design software (RISA, Staad.Pro, etc.)
Basic understanding of Material Handling Systems on a system level
Knowledge of scope management and project planning
Able to perform health and safety risk analysis on component and system level
Ability to work in an entrepreneurial organization where cooperating with others and being a team member is natural
Strong communicator, able to effectively understand and set expectations for deliverables
Able to handle time sensitive situations and quickly set the right priorities, while maintaining a firm grasp of the details
Willingness to learn
Proactive
Ability to work autonomously or in a team
Motivated and able to work well with team members
Ability to quickly assess a situation and take appropriate action
Strong team mentality and willingness to accept responsibility for project completion (Ownership Culture)
Must have the ability to properly prioritize work/activities
Possess a strong ability to solve problems and research solutions
Good interpersonal, verbal, and written skills

Nice To Haves

Up to date knowledge/experience with:
1910/29 Occupational Safety and Health Standards
Building Code (IBC)
ACI 318
AISC Steel Construction Manual
ASCE 7

Responsibilities

Preparing structural steel design models using Revit
Designing header steel for supporting Material Handling Equipment
Preparing design calculations using RISA software and performing hand calculations for products and connections
Preparing and coordinating Structural approval drawings
Verify accuracy and completeness of all technical documentation required for the project
Assisting with preparation of construction/installation drawings
Presenting analysis/design results to Senior Engineer and Project engineering team
Ensuring that design complies with building codes and standards
Independently manage engineering design aspects of a project with minimal assistance or guidance
Review contract documents to be familiar with project requirements
Attend project meetings; may lead coordination/ BIM meetings
Write and review requests for information (RFI)
Resolve engineering design issues independently
Assist others with resolving engineering design issues
Lead and coordinate between Vanderlande project teams and different suppliers worldwide