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Scot Forge · 1 month ago

Architectural Structural Design Engineer

Spring Grove, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Scot Forge is a 130 year old, 100% employee-owned company that manufactures custom open die and rolled ring forgings. They are seeking an experienced Structural focused Engineer to lead expansions within their manufacturing facilities, requiring expertise in layout, design, and project management of building structures and foundations.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Layout functional building/plant layouts and design reliable foundations for unique pieces of machinery

Use SolidWorks & 2D CAD for the layout, design and documentation of building structures, plant/equipment layouts, and plant utilities

Project Analysis – determine project feasibility and develop/generate budget and project ROI

Detail specifications for bid packages, obtain quotations, negotiation of price and delivery, contract review, project authorization submittal, and awards contract to vendors (buildings, foundations, utilities, site civil, and plant cranes)

Develops and maintains visual schedules for building/foundation projects (MS Project)

General contractor – schedule and instructs the work performed by various sub-contractors for plant building and office projects

Direct internal personnel for the installation/assembly of designs performed

Oversees the quality and safety of external contractors work for the installation of buildings, foundations and utilities (HVAC, Plumbing, & Railroad)

Responsible for the modification, redesign and repair of existing structures

Deep knowledge and understanding of building structural design and heavy machinery foundation design

Knowledge of plant utilities, civil engineering, building codes, and environmental codes

Corporate position responsible for the architectural/structural needs of all three plants (along with two joint venture plants)

Designs meet/exceed respective codes: Analysis, validation, and due diligence is performed to ensure quality of design with (first and foremost) plant and personnel safety

Assist with mechanical designs (SolidWorks)

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Structural Design EngineeringSolidWorks2D CADProject ManagementBuilding Codes KnowledgeBlueprint ReadingMS ProjectCMAA KnowledgePermitting KnowledgeCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDetail Oriented