Design Engineer I

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

A Brief Overview

Designs truss components and truss repairs for MiTek customers and creatively solve engineering issues our customers have.

Responsibilities

• Creatively design field repairs for truss components in accordance with acceptable engineering principles and judgment.
• Design truss components based on specified parameters from customers and use their knowledge of engineering and the building codes along with collaboration with other engineers in the office to ensure their designs protect the health safety and welfare of the public.
• Discusses design modifications and reviews appropriate design methodologies with customers.
• Assist, train and counsel customers in troubleshooting issues and design problems.
• Review results of the truss design software for accuracy and collaborate with other engineers and with the software development team to determine how the software should function.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and building officials on customer component design projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis
• Up to 1 Year of related experience required
• Ability to perform technical skills including algebra, trigonometry geometry and basic calculus physics, statistics and strength of materials, structural analysis.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) - Any State Board preferred

Soft Skills

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others
• Must have solid engineering/technical skills, including attention to detail
• Must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Monitor own work to ensure quality. Apply feedback to improve performance. Look for ways to improve and promote quality
• Quantity: Meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work. Strive to increase productivity. Work at keeping waste down. Complete work in a timely manner
• Take responsibility for own action. Follow instructions, responds to management directions
• Readily volunteers. Undertake self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Take independent action. Ask for and offer assistance whenever needed
• Ability to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customers

In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay range for this position is estimated at $84,000-$90,000/year. Base pay offered may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Please visit to learn more about MiTek’s benefit opportunities.

Additional Requirements

• 5% domestic travel as necessary

Physical Demands

This role is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform the duties of the role.

MiTek Perks

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.