Product Development Engineer - Cold Form Steel

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Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as a Product Development Engineer - Cold Form Steel!

Position Summary

The Product Development Engineer - Cold Form Steel is responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing cold-formed steel structures and components. Your expertise will contribute to the successful development of various products, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Duties)

• Design and analyze cold-formed steel structures, including beams, columns, components and trusses, using appropriate software and engineering principles.
• Develop innovative solutions to meet project requirements, considering factors such as load capacity, structural stability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct structural calculations, simulations, and finite element analyses to validate the performance and integrity of cold-formed steel components.
• Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to develop design specifications and ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, product prototypes, and technical reports for cold-formed steel structures and components.
• Test product concepts and/or final models for functionality, as well as their ability to meet the product specifications.
• Review and evaluate shop drawings, fabrication details, and installation plans to verify adherence to design intent and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance to construction teams during the fabrication, assembly, and installation of cold-formed steel systems.
• Stay updated with advancements in cold-forming technology, industry trends, and emerging best practices to enhance design efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize project schedules, resolve design conflicts, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Complete all required or directed training, certification, licensing, and other learning and development as assigned.
• Abide by all Federal, State, and local laws; uphold and maintain accountability to all Company policy.
• All other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Additionally, the physical demands and the work environment typically encountered are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

**Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. **

Education / Experience (an equivalent combination of education and/or experience)

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or closely related field
• 5+ Years of Experience in Cold Form Steel Engineering or similar industry role

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite, Windows, Inventor, SmartSheet, in-depth knowledge of cold-formed steel design principles, industry codes (e.g., AISI, ASCE), and relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, STAAD.Pro, RISA)

Licenses / Certifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure is highly desirable but not required.

Work Conditions

• Environment: In-Office Requirement with Hybrid flex
• Travel: <25%

Why Terrasmart?

• Outstanding Employee Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) with company match
• Meaningful Work in the Renewable Energy Industry
• Team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• Work/Life Balance

Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: https://www.terrasmart.com/

Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.

EEO and ADA

Terrasmart is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Terrasmart complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state or local laws and will consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees. If you believe you need an accommodation, refer any such request to the Human Resources Department.

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