Design Engineer - Level II or Above at Behlen Mfg Co. – Columbus, Nebraska

Behlen is searching for an experienced building engineer. Behlen is a family-owned company that prides itself on providing quality service and dedication to our customers. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, flexible work schedules, and profit-sharing programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design of metal building systems by applying established engineering practices, model building codes, and company standards
• Work in a team environment with estimating, sales, and drafting to define, clarify, and process projects to meet customers’ needs on individual projects
• Review project plans, specifications and building code requirements
• Convey design information to drafting, using written and verbal communication
• Assist sales, project managers, architects, and builders to determine project requirements and proper utilization of Behlen systems to meet customer needs
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with design
• If not already licensed, work directly under licensed engineers toward licensure

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B. S. Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in building design, with a firm grasp of steel
• Ability to demonstrate design of medium to higher complexity buildings including but not limited to cranes, mezzanines, parapets, hangar door system support
• Proficiency with AISC, AISI, ASCE 7, and model building codes
• P. E. Registration strongly preferred but not required
• S. E. Registration strongly preferred but not required
• Experience with MBS preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Continuous productivity improvements without loss of accuracy or completeness, reduction of manufacturing and drafting costs, and increased ease of erection and customer value.
• Ability to manage projects beyond the design phase through project completion
• Ability to manage several overlapping projects.
• Train and mentor less experienced engineers