POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a senior-level engineer that is a Licensed Professional Engineer, ideally with a background in metal or steel building systems, and technical leadership that can contribute within the engineering department. Building upon foundational engineering experience, this senior role involves greater responsibility in project coordination, design optimization, and potential to mentor junior engineers. Expected to independently manage all complexity level projects, ensuring designs meet structural code requirements, manufacturing standards, and customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate proficiency in all metal building system design methodologies, including advanced and highly complex framing systems, custom configurations, and non-standard structural solutions.

• Assumes supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Engineering Manager, supporting departmental operations and decision-making.

• Engages directly with customers to develop optimized building solutions, offering technical expertise and ensuring alignment with project goals.

• Designs and oversees projects involving high-complexity metal building systems, ensuring compliance with structural codes, customer requirements, and company standards.

• Solid understanding of structural engineering principles, with the ability to apply and adapt company design standards to unique and custom-building conditions.

• Provides professional oversight and responsibility for projects requiring signature and seal, ensuring engineering accountability and regulatory compliance.

• Proficiency in using structural design software and a willingness to continuously expand technical knowledge, particularly in the customization of tools for non-standard applications.

• Adhere to project schedules, effectively managing shifting priorities and last-minute revisions to maintain on-time delivery.

• Exercise sound engineering judgment to ensure public safety, balancing efficiency with appropriate design conservatism.

• Actively mentors and trains junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and maintaining quality across the team.

• Identify opportunities for design improvements and cost reduction through innovative engineering solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Design Engineer IV

• Licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states preferred, with the ability to provide sealed design documents where required.
• Proven ability to design metal buildings of medium to high complexity, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to customer specifications.
• Consistently drives productivity improvements while maintaining high standards of accuracy and completeness, with a focus on reducing manufacturing and drafting costs and enhancing efficiency and overall customer value.
• Skilled in balancing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

EDUCATION/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineering (PE or SE) Licensure
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in metal building design or structural engineering.
• Proficient in structural design and modeling software (e.g., RISA, STAAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

Design Engineer V

• Licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states, with the ability to provide sealed design documents where required.
• Proven ability to design metal buildings of medium to high complexity, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to customer specifications.
• Consistently drives productivity improvements while maintaining high standards of accuracy and completeness, with a focus on reducing manufacturing and drafting costs and enhancing efficiency and overall customer value.
• Capable of managing projects through all phases, from initial design through final project completion ensuring coordination across departments.
• Skilled in balancing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.

EDUCATION/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineering (PE or SE) Licensure
• Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience in metal building design or structural engineering.
• Solid proficiency in structural design and modeling software (e.g., RISA, STAAD, Tekla, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

Cornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. 

 

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

 

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

 

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

 

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