Structural Engineer

Company Background:
Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity-enhancing solutions, such as overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling and parts, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used in multiple industries around the world. WEMCO, Inc. was founded on the principles of innovative design and quality workmanship, and our founding partners have more than 70 combined years of experience as welders, fitters, engineers, and heavy machinery designers. WEMCO, Inc.’s facility is fully integrated with the capability to perform nearly all services in-house. Our current capabilities include design, engineering, welding, machining, painting, assembly, testing, and installation of complex machinery. 

Job Purpose:
As a Structural Engineer, you will provide structural design support on a project basis, as well as engineering leadership, technical expertise, and work direction to the project team. You will work under the direction of a structural engineer PE as part of a multi-disciplinary design and engineering team to support the manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of mechanized structural systems such as gantry and overhead bridge cranes. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess project requirements
• Provide conceptual structural design
• Estimate weights, members, and details for proposal preparation
• Design and evaluate structural systems using structural principles, software, building codes, and specifications
• Produce structural calculations and drawings
• Perform shop and field structural inspections
  
• Monitor budget and schedule during the design phase
• Actively participate in design reviews with clients, projects teams, and contractors
• Interface with the engineering team to coordinate structural systems with mechanical and electrical systems 
• Diagnose problems and design solutions to remedy project complications
• Interface with field personnel and purchasing to determine and obtain required materials
• Assist with creation of O&M manuals 
• Provide project status updates during internal and external project review meetings
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal working relationships with others
• Be willing to travel for short periods of time to manage project assignments
• Be willing to study and learn relevant industry standards such as AWS, AISC, IBC, ANSI, ASME, and CMAA, as well as any other related specifications required for producing industry-accepted designs and equipment

Job Requirements:

• 2-5+ years of experience is preferred
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil/Structural Engineering
  
• Understanding and use of structural analysis programs such as Risa 3D or STAADPro is required; proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS is preferred
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor is preferred

• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers, and suppliers
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to complete tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail 
• Must have good time management and prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines
  
• General aptitude for being hands-on and exposure to mechanical equipment is preferred
  
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques and machine shop experience is preferred
• Desire to solve complex structural design problems related to large machine design
• Must have, or have the ability to obtain a US Passport

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance options through Colonial Life
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Referral Program