Preconstruction Engineer - RedGuard

The compensation range provided for this role is an estimate based on available market data. The actual amount may vary considering the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please discuss the flexibility and details of our compensation philosophy with your recruiter.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Teladoc® Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• And more!

What You Can Expect Working in the "Preconstruction Solutions Engineer" Position

The Preconstruction Solutions Engineer is responsible for ensuring engineered-to-order (ETO) project opportunities are technically feasible, code-compliant, and clearly defined before proposals are issued. This role operates at the intersection of Sales, Estimating, Engineering, and the customer - including General Contractors (GCs), EPC firms, and Owner Representatives - serving as the technical authority in the pre-award phase. This position safeguards Red Guard's reputation for precision and compliance while enabling informed, competitive, and defensible project proposals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority during the preconstruction phase, providing expertise to ensure all Custom Projects meet customer expectations, code requirements, and Red Guard standards.
• Review and interpret customer specifications, drawings, and RFQs to evaluate scope feasibility, compliance requirements, and areas needing clarification or exception.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Sales, and Leadership teams to align cost models, technical requirements, and risk assessments with overall proposal strategy.
• Validate and redline proposals prior to submission to ensure accuracy, alignment with customer requirements, and adherence to applicable codes and documented assumptions.
• Participate in technical discovery calls, pre-bid meetings, and clarification sessions with customers, general contractors, EPCs, and Owner Representatives to resolve design or specification questions.
• Partner with Engineering and Drafting teams to confirm that proposed solutions meet structural, electrical, mechanical, environmental, and life-safety standards, including Red Guard's proprietary blast and ballistic design criteria.
• Support post-award handoff and process improvement efforts, ensuring accurate scope execution and contributing to increased proposal accuracy, speed, and departmental alignment.
• Maintain current knowledge of U.S. and international building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, NEC, UL, seismic, wind, etc.) while upholding Red Guard's commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, modular, industrial, or engineered-to-order project environments.
• Strong working knowledge of building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, NEC, UL, etc.).
• Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and submittal requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to quickly identify risks or misalignments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly explain technical concepts to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple complex opportunities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to comfortably view and interpret AutoCAD or Revit drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collaborating directly with GCs, EPCs, or Owner Representatives during preconstruction.
• Background in modular or specialty building systems (e.g., blast-resistant, ballistic, mission-critical, or industrial enclosures).
• Familiarity with API RP 752/753, FEMA or other high-risk environment design standards.
• Exposure to CRM and/or ERP systems (e.g., Hub Spot, Odoo).
• Experience developing or reviewing technical proposals or bid packages.

Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• The worker is required to have…