Principal R&D Structural Engineer

** What's the job?*
* Saint-Gobain is looking for a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to join our Certain Teed Platforms R&D team. In this role, you will lead development and the launch of new products, systems, and assemblies to improve the sustainability, performance, and appeal of residential and commercial buildings.

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- The Principal R&D Structural Engineer is part of a multi-disciplinary team of experts in building physics, engineering, materials science, industrial design, and architecture dedicated to the development of new system-based solutions for the building industry.

This is accomplished through product and process research and development, specializing in new markets, advanced materials, and new construction techniques.

The position is Hybrid or Remote, depending on location, based at the Saint-Gobain Innovation Hub North America location in Northboro, MA. Some travel, including international, would be required to job sites, partners, factories, and to Saint-Gobain and Certain Teed locations.

Responsibilities

- Leading the design, evaluation, and improvement of building structural systems, including new solutions for the building industry

- Leading the design and building of both small- and large-scale prototypes of new building products, systems, and processes to show to both internal and external customers for feedback to iterate on solutions. Knowing that innovation is an iterative process, you will need to stay open-minded about what the right product is, seeking to learn as much from what does not work as from what does.

- Proposing innovative technologies for the building industry.

- Developing and documenting product designs, construction details, and installation processes.

- Reviewing and preparing calculations, drawing sets, 3D BIM (Building Information Modeling) models, and shop drawings to support the needs of a growing Offsite Solutions business, as well as other markets such as non-residential and resiliency.

- Interfacing with customers, consulting engineers, builders, developers, architects, and manufacturing partners for the design and production of products, systems, and assemblies.

- Supporting product management in identifying new opportunities and developing solutions to meet customer needs.

- Documenting work through preparing and reviewing reports, presentations, and patent filings.

- Mentoring both technical and non-technical members on building practices and code requirements.

- ** What do you bring?*
* Required Qualifications and

Experience:

- Bachelors Degree + 15 years of experience, Masters Degree + 10 years of experience, or PhD + 6 years of experience in one of the following fields of study:
Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building & Construction Technology, Building Science, or related fields

- 5+ years experience in structural engineering and building design

- Experience working in construction, architecture, engineering, or design-build office

- Experience applying building industry standards (including ASTM, NFPA, ICC)

- Professional Engineering License Required, in any state.

- Experience in prefabricated construction is preferred (3D Modular or 2D Panelized)
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- Knowledge and Skills

- Strong knowledge of building construction practices, IRC and IBC building codes, means and methods, materials, industry standards and- hands on experience.

- Residential and Commercial structural engineering experience. A breadth of experience is a plus, from single family homes through data centers, hospitals, and high-rise residential.

- Curious, open-minded, pragmatic, and creative problem-solving abilities with a hands-on approach to design.

- Knowledge of prototyping at multiple scales, including being comfortable working safely with power tools.

- Experience in 3D CAD (Solid Works, Fusion 360, Rhino, etc.) and/or 3D BIM software packages (Revit, Cadwork, Vertex BD, etc.).

- Knowledge of building science concepts (IEQ (Indoor Environmental Quality), IAQ (Indoor Air Quality), hygrothermal transfer, waterproofing, durability) is preferred.

- Experience applying building industry standards (including ASTM, NFPA, ICC) is preferred.

- Knowledge of sustainable building practices and certifications like Energy Star, Zero Energy Ready Home Program, or Passive House (Phius) a plus.

- Strong project management experience.

- Outstanding oral and written communication skills, and ability to adjust style and content to the audience.

- Customer-centric, self-driven, and entrepreneurial.

- Decisive, action-oriented attitude; ability to leverage data to make decisions.

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- ** What are our perks?*
* At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.

- Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual…