Project Engineer

Summary

This Engineering and Quality Group position engineers products meeting design, performance, constructability and quality requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBLITIES

• To engineer manufactured products which meet specific contract, performance and quality requirements.

• Review of contract plans, proposals and appropriate state or other governing agencies specifications.

• Develop designs supported by engineering calculations and reports.

• Creation of RFI’s to facilitate the design process.

• Determine special detailing requirements and communicate design information to Detailers for shop drawing development.

• Evaluate and determine adequacy of as-built conditions for products deviating from design parameters as it relates to the intended performance characteristics.

• Communicate and interact with project owners, engineers, inspectors and contractors.

• Ability to evaluate comments made by reviewing parties for validity and adjust designs as necessary or create rebuttal argument as to why design alteration is not required.

• Provide customer supervision for product installation as required by project specification.

• Special projects including but not limited to research and development, new product design, testing program advancement.

• Other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Work Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in a Design Engineer role

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Skills & Knowledge Areas

Required

• Strong understanding of steel fabrication processes, techniques, and quality standards

• Ability to interpret and communicate contract documents effectively

• Proficiency in performing engineering calculations

• Technical writing skills for customer correspondence

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Commitment to process adherence and quality workflows

Preferred

• Familiarity with DOT standards

• Familiarity with ASTM material specifications

• Experience with solid modeling software

ABOUT RJ WATSON (An Afinitas Company):

RJ Watson, founded in the Buffalo, New York, area, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in custom structural solutions for the bridge, highway and heavy construction industries. The company’s products include bridge and structural bearings, expansion joint systems and related services. Its engineers and specialists develop and manufacture innovative, customized structural engineering solutions for seismic and non-seismic applications.

The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. Please note that the pay range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location.  Our complete benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match…all starting on day one!

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