What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer for Post-Tensioning and Repair and Strengthening Unit position at DYWIDAG?
SUMMARY
DYWIDAG stands as a global leader in construction and infrastructure technology that works with government authorities, asset owners, construction companies, and design offices to support their infrastructure projects. We have expanded into over 50 countries worldwide and continue to keep infrastructure safe and secure every single day.
The Project Engineer of Post-Tensioning and Repair and Strengthening is responsible for projects in the area of buildings and bridges that are supplied by DYWIDAG and will work on the preparation of engineering submittals as well as technical support to field operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepare engineering calculations and installation drawings for post-tensioning and reinforcing applications including repair and strengthening of infrastructures such as buildings, bridges, tanks, etc. Knowledge of carbon fiber reinforced polymer system is preferred.
- Oversee and direct detailers in the preparation of shop drawings for assigned projects.
- Participate in product development, testing, and certification projects.
- Provide technical support to project managers and field operation teams.
- Communicate with contractors and design engineering firms, as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with Structural Engineering concentration required.
- Master’s degree preferred with minimum 3-5 years of Engineering within the Construction Industry.
- Knowledge of civil and structural engineering principals.
- Knowledge of codes such as ACI, PTI PCI, AASHTO, AISC, etc. required.
- Experience in post-tensioning and use of structural analysis and CAD software.
- Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and professional. Analytical and skilled in troubleshooting, identification of customer needs and challenges, market knowledge.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD or similar software.
- PE license in any state. If does not have, should get in a year.
COMPETENCIES
- Strong sense of time organization and urgency.
- Able to work independently and within a team.
- Exemplary customer care skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Detail orientated and multitasking skills.
- Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality and supports company values.
- Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions and helps team leader to meet goals.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Occasional travel throughout North America is required for visiting job sites and attending conferences.
PHSYICAL DEMANDS
- The work environment includes business office, traveling to conferences with some construction site visits.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel reach with hands and arms: and talk or hear.
- The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; and stoop, kneel or crouch.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to forty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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What else do I need to know?
Safer, stronger, smarter. These values guide everything we do at DYWIDAG. We’ve been supporting infrastructure since 1865, and safety always comes first. Our strength is rooted in our engineering legacy, and smart, digital technologies are our future. We’re looking for passionate teammates with the mindset to succeed in the world of construction whatever role they fill, who can embody these values.
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment, and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of gender, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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