About this role
Job Details
Division: Vulcraft Texas
Location: Grapeland, TX, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
The Design Engineer is responsible for designing open web steel joists and ensuring that all products meet the design requirements for a wide range of projects, from small gas stations to large athletic stadiums and multimillion-square-foot warehouses across the country. This position is based at the Vulcraft sales office and supports Vulcraft Texas through independent design work, and strong communication. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform design work in accordance with industry standards and Vulcraft manufacturing processess.
- Review contract documents, including structural drawings, architectural drawings, and project specifications.
- Prepare, review, and support joist design calculations, including projects requiring sealed calculations as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, including other design professionals, while maintaining timely response to project and production needs.
- Promote Vulcraft products to specifiers and at conventions.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary + Annual ROA Bonus + Annual Profit Sharing!
3-weeks paid vacation each year! Received all at once after 6-months.
401K with match.
Excellent health insurance and more!
This is an experienced Design Engineer position. Candidates with structural steel design experience and an active Professional Engineer (PE) license are encouraged to apply!
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- B.S Degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)
- Minimum 4 years of structural engineering experience in steel construction
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) License
Preferred Qualifications:
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace