Design Engineer I

Job Description

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. Learn more at www.mii.com.

Summary

Responsible for designing and reviewing truss design drawings for the metal plate connected wood truss industry. Individual will also be responsible for designing truss repair details for problems submitted from the component manufacturer. Individual will be accountable to the Chief Engineer for the effective performance of all duties and for the fulfilling of all responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creatively Design field repairs for truss components in accordance with acceptable engineering principles and judgment.

• 55%

• 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.

• 25%

• Discusses design modifications and reviews appropriate design methodologies with customers.

• 5%

• Assist, train and counsel customers in troubleshooting issues and design problems.

• 5%

• 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.

• 5%

• Collaborate with engineers, architects and building officials on customer component design projects.

• 5%

Competency Statement(s)

• Strong skills in algebra, trigonometry, physics, statistics and strength of materials, structural analysis and design.

• Accuracy

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Active Listening

• Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

• Technical Skills: Must have solid engineering/technical skills, including attention to detail.

• Safety: Must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures.

• Quality: 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.

• Dependability: Take responsibility for own action. Follow instructions, responds to management directions.

• Initiative: Readily volunteers. Undertake self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Take independent action. Ask for and offer assistance whenever needed.

• Attendance during regular work hours and overtime as required.

• Ability to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customers.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (four year college or technical school): Required

• Experience: 1 plus years of experience

• Computer Skills: MS Office suite of products.

• Other Requirements: College degree in Civil Engineering or other related Engineering field. Strong skills in algebra, trigonometry, physics, statistics and strength of materials is required.

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.

www.mii.com