Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don’t just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.
Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).
Purpose
The Project Engineer 2 is a mid-level engineering position that has taken on more responsibility than a Project Engineer 1 for the preparation of visual representations of EFCO products for safe and efficient use in manufacturing and construction. This role supports other engineering positions within EFCO.
EFCO Culture & Safety Statement
Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities.
Essential Functions
Drafting and Engineering (50%)
Draft and engineer contracted and presale projects as assigned. Prepare equipment requirements for projects and collaborate with other key personnel to ensure project requirements are met. Use good technical skills to create designs that meet EFCO's quality standards.
Structural Analysis and Engineering Assurance (30%)
Ensure safe use of equipment by performing structural analysis of formwork and shoring. Compile calculations for Engineering Assurance review and approval. Adapt to project requirements while upholding EFCO’s Integrity in safety compliance.
Engineering and Drafting Management (20%)
Manage the engineering and drafting of presales and contracted projects as assigned. Plan, conduct, and supervise assignments, review progress, and evaluate results. Promote a service-oriented approach by ensuring all projects consistently meet or surpass expectations, thereby contributing to exceptional Super Service delivery.
Additional duties may be assigned as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing to meet organizational goals and priorities.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; FE (EIT certification or international equivalent if available) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional or construction experience required.
- Certification(s) and License(s): FE (EIT certification or international equivalent if available) preferred.
- Leadership: N/A
- Computer Skills: Proficient with Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) and structural software.
- Other Requirements: Problem-solving skills, organizational abilities, and PC proficiency are a plus.
Core Competencies
- Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
- Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.
- Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
- Relationship Building: Develops and maintains productive, respectful relationships across teams and functions.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Balancing- Maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc: Constantly
- Repetitive Motions- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
- Sitting/Standing- Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
- Stooping- Bending at the waist: Occasionally
- Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally
- Walking: Frequently
- Climbing- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.: Occasionally
- Hearing: Frequently
- Talking: Frequently
- Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time: Frequently
- Ability to read complex documents in the English language: Frequently
- Capacity to reason and make sound decisions: Frequently
- Ability to write complex documents in the English language: Frequently
- Capacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
- Expertise in:
- Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
- Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
The position is currently classified as on- site.
The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401k Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EFCO Culture and Safety
Act with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.
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EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
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