Engineering - Project Engineer 1

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 1 is an entry-level engineering position that prepares visual representations of EFCO products for safe and efficient use in manufacturing and construction.

This role supports other engineering positions within EFCO and has no direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and Engineering (75%)


* Draft preliminary layouts and engineer contracted and presale projects.


* Prepare equipment requirements for projects.


* Under guidance, supervise specific project tasks and collaborate with other key personnel to ensure project requirements are met.


* Apply mathematics and technical skills to ensure engineering designs align with EFCO's Quality standards and customer needs.

Training and Standards (25%)


* Complete all required training, including EFCO's core value training, policies, procedures, and forming systems.


* Learn and apply EFCO's drafting and engineering standards.


* Leverage effective oral and written communication to ensure adoption of standards while fostering Innovation in engineering practices.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Duties and responsibilities, 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.

Core Competencies


* Communication: Communicates effectively verbally and in writing, producing clear, concise, and professional content and adapting style to audience and setting.


* Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.


* Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.


* Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.


* Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.

Qualifications


* Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering required.


* Experience: Up to 2 years of professional or construction experience.


* Certification(s) and License(s): Must obtain FE (EIT certification or international equivalent if available) before advancing to higher engineering levels.
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