What are the responsibilities and job description for the ILUS - Senior Structural Engineer II position at Daifuku North America?
About Us
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary
Provides structural engineering expertise in projects from the quote stage to final engineering. Typical projects include the design and installation of structural steel platforms, conveyor support structures, elevated walkways, industrial steel storage rack and shelving, and custom designed products for large distribution centers . Manage a team of up to three direct reports . Offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
E ssential Functions
Education and Experience Requirements
Federal Contractor
If you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email HR-ILUS@daifukuna.com
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary
Provides structural engineering expertise in projects from the quote stage to final engineering. Typical projects include the design and installation of structural steel platforms, conveyor support structures, elevated walkways, industrial steel storage rack and shelving, and custom designed products for large distribution centers . Manage a team of up to three direct reports . Offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
E ssential Functions
- Serve as lead engineer on medium to large projects
- Design function
- Review awarded project scope, specifications, and available budgets
- Develop conceptual 3D structural layouts using Revit
- Coordinate with other disciplines to optimize structure layouts and features to seamlessly integrate structures with mechanical equipment and the building
- Perform preliminary analysis on structural frame to establish steel profiles; incorporate into preliminary 3D structural layouts
- Present preliminary layouts to Client for review, further design iterations and conceptual approval; ensure structure designs are optimized to support Client operational needs
- Develop and document final structure drawings for formal approval using Revit and AutoCAD
- Coordinate with designated Engineer-of-Record to finalize structure frame design for permitting and construction
- Execution function
- Project schedule
- Work with Project Management to establish and track key milestones
- Ensure material procurement and detailing activities are timed to meet onsite date requirements
- Project budget
- Monitor engineering progress and material purchasing commitments to maintain project budgets
- Raise awareness to change order conditions as scope evolves over project life cycle
- Develop cost estimates for change order conditions as needed
- Steel detailing coordination
- Conduct and document project handoff to detailing team
- Monitor detailing progress to ensure timely releases to structural fabrication
- Check fabrication details for fitment, completeness and adherence to project specifications
- Travel to jobsites occasionally
- Manages a team of up to three direct reports
- Trains and reviews the work of Structural Engineers and Structural Designers
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil /Structural Engineering
- Preferred 7 years of engineering experience
- Previous material handling or structural steel detailing experience a plus
- Previous management experience a plus
- Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD , working knowledge of Microsoft Office , experience with Advance Steel a plus
- Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
- Ability to learn the material handling business and assist across teams and divisions
- Ability to interface effectively with in-house and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers, architects, and installers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Ability to learn new technologies
- Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language
- Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match/Pet Insurance
- FSA/HSA
- Employee Assistance Program
Federal Contractor
If you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email HR-ILUS@daifukuna.com