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Civil/Structural R&D Engineer
Job in
Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, 46801, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manage R&D projects to fruition as new products or procedures.
Responsibilities
* Structural modeling for development of new design procedures
* Aid in development of design and detailing software by specifying project requirements and testing updates.
* Aid in obtaining and maintaining various certifications with independent bodies such as ICC-ES, City of LA, UL, FM, etc.
* Develop testing parameters and write test reports
* Perform physical testing of products and materials.
Qualifications
Required
* Thorough understanding of the SJI & SDI specifications and design guides
* Familiarity with IBC, AISC and AISI steel design specifications
* Capable of digging into the specifications to provide answers to plant personnel
* Proficient in use of Excel, MathCAD and AutoCAD
* Familiarity with structural design software such as STAAD, RISA, or MASTAN
* Familiarity with or willingness to learn ANSYS structural modeling
* Familiarity with or willingness to learn use of testing equipment
* Understanding of software development and data flow
* Understanding of engineering department processes
* Understanding of fabrication techniques for joist / bridging / deck
* Ability to gather input and earn buy in from plant personnel
* Current industry involvement, or willingness to get involved (SJI, SDI, etc.)
* Self-starter, passionate about research, able to work with minimal supervision
* Balancing economics with sound engineering practices
* Willing and able to drive projects and produce results
* Minimum of BS degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
* This is a non-remote position located in our Fort Wayne, IN office
Preferred
* Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
* Ability to understand and perform basic programming
* Ability to interact with academics in the industry and help with identifying which research and development projects to pursue
* PhD in Civil, Structural, or Materials Engineering
Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.
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