Design Engineer

Job Overview

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

• 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.
• Discuss design modifications and review 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 the software development team to determine how the software should function.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and building officials on customer component design projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Up to 1 year of related experience required.
• Ability to perform technical skills including algebra, trigonometry, geometry, basic calculus, physics, statistics, strength of materials, and structural analysis.
• 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.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics.
• Able to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) – Any State Board preferred.

• Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Actively attend to, convey, and understand comments and questions of others.
• Solid engineering/technical skills, including attention to detail.
• Outstanding safety record and adherence to 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.
• Meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work; strive to increase productivity, reduce waste, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Take responsibility for own actions, follow instructions, and respond to management directions.
• Volunteer readily, undertake self‑development activities, seek increased responsibilities, take independent action, and ask for and offer assistance whenever needed.
• Interact professionally with co‑workers, vendors, and customers.

• 5% domestic travel as necessary.

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 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.