Sips Designer/Estimator

Job Details
Job Location
Porter - Holland, MI
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Associate Degree
Salary Range
$22.00 - $27.00
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Design
Description
SIPs Designer/Estimator
Date: February 6, 2024
Department: SIPs Design
Business Unit: Porter Corp
Location: Holland, MI
Reports To: SIPs Designer/Estimator Supervisor-David Gould
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation: Hourly
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to estimate and design SIPs structures with the use of CAD and other software tools in accordance with customer plans and specifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Reading and interpreting blueprints
2. Prepare accurate quotes from blueprints for sales using Plan Swift, Excel and Epicor tools
3. Obtain and incorporate estimates from subcontractors for other manufactured items and installation to complete entire building package quotes
4. Research and identify specialty items in the buildings scope of work
5. Input of SIP panels for design layouts conforming to current PorterSIPs design practices and standards
6. Design wall, roof, and floors ensuring both structural and non-structural elements are accurate, optimized and conforming to standards
7. Prepare preliminary engineering drawings, submittal drawings and/or repair details and follow-up to ensure complete when necessary
8. Incorporate engineers calculations into structural designs and layouts
9. Prepare production drawings in CAD/Dietrich to support manufacturing
10. Create bills of materials for the job specified products and entering data into Epicor
11. Prepare installation drawings in CAD/Dietrich for job-site contractor
12. Aid in training of new employees when required
13. Aid in individual skills development and team development when required

Competencies (check all that apply)
Analytical Decision-Making
Communication
Learning & Development
Planning & Organizing
Professionalism & Integrity
Financial Management
Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking
Teamwork & Relationship-Building
Results Orientation
EEO Accountability
Managing Others
Education and/or Experience
An Associates degree or engineering technology degree
Travel
This position requires minimal to no travel
Computer Skills

1. Ability to operate a computer and Dietrich design software.
2. Ability to operate Microsoft Excel, Word and other MS applications.
3. Knowledge of CAD and drawing standards.

Other Requirements

1. Knowledge of construction industry and construction site management.
2. Knowledge of structural loading and load tables.
3. Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints.
4. Ability to calculate tributary loads, concentrated loads and load transfer paths through a building.
5. Truss design and layout knowledge helpful, as similar skillset involved.
6. Good written and oral communication skills.
7. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
8. Ability to be courteous with customers, co-workers and construction personnel at all times.
9. Good math skills including, but not limited to, architectural units, fractions, geometry and basic trigonometry.
10. Organized and able to balance work load as needed.

Other Skills
This position requires interaction with SIPs drafting, manufacturing, quality control, project coordination, sales and external customers.
PlayCore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran st
Qualifications

1. Requirements
2. General knowledge of construction industry and construction site management
3. Knowledge of structural insulated panels is a plus
4. Knowledge of structural loading and load tables
5. Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints
6. Ability to calculate tributary loads and load transfer though a building
7. Ability to operate a computer and Dietrich design software; training is provided
8. Ability to operate Microsoft Excel, Word and other MS applications skillfully
9. Knowledge of CAD and drawing standards
10. Good written and oral communication skills are required
11. Ability to be courteous with customers, co-workers and construction personnel at all times
12. Good math skills including, but not limited to, architectural units, fractions, geometry and basic trigonometry
13. Organized and able to balance workload as needed
14. Able to maintain deadlines while working on multiple projects
15. Hard worker and responsible. Overtime may be required occasionally.
16. 2 years or more of prior work experience is a plus

Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Holiday's, 401 (k), STD and LTD, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Porter Corp., a PlayCore company, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Optional Requirements
Knowledge of BIM/detailing software such as Solid Works Knowledge of AISC requirements and understanding of weld symbols