Structural Engineer P.E.

Company Description

UNARCO Material Handling, the first pallet rack manufacturer in the industry, boasts fifty years of experience in production, engineering, and design. Specializing in both standard pallet racks and complex engineered systems, UNARCO is known for its detailed attention and commitment to timely delivery. This customer-centric approach has cultivated a loyal clientele and an extensive distributor network. Based in Springfield, Tennessee, the company continues to lead in enhancing warehouse and distribution center efficiency.

Role Description

The primary role of the Structural Engineer is to conduct an in-depth structural analysis of material handling storage systems, including analyzing second order structural stability, connection design, and selecting adequate components to ensure a safe, code compliant design. The Structural Engineer will collaborate and lead discussions with both customer-facing individuals and manufacturing personnel to provide a complete storage system that meets all needs for all parties. The Structural Engineer should have a thorough understanding of steel structural design fundamentals (preferred both cold-formed and structural steels), building code requirements, effective communication skills, and strong organizational skills.

Education and/or Licensure Requirements:

- Bachelor’s Degree from ABET accredited school in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering (Required), which qualifies for licensure in the state of practice

- Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer Licensure required (P.E. / S.E.)

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Preparing structural calculations for existing and new storage systems

- Reviewing detailed drawing sets for completeness and correctness

- Maintaining a detailed record for assigned project tasks

- Leading discussions with clients and other personnel to define project scopes, progress, and resolution

- Assists in department discussions and decisions on engineering problems, best practices, and procedures

- Acting in Responsible Charge of projects including, but not limited to, the sealing of drawings/calculations/letters

- Maintaining continuous professional education within a Civil/Structural Engineering discipline

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Thorough understanding of AISC 360, ASCE 7, and IBC required. Additional code familiarities preferred

- Effective verbal and written communication skills for leading discussions

- A strong sense of professional and ethical responsibility

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

- Extensive knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, RISA3D, and Microsoft Office Suite or related software preferred

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

- Valid driver’s licensure due to job site travel, as needed