Field Engineer - Structural Steel (Remote)

Company: Simpson Strong Tie
Location: El Paso
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

BE A MAKERAt Simpson Strong-Tie, there's a common thread connecting the people who work here: the drive to make things better and figure out how to get it done. We call it the Maker mindset. For over 60 years, our employees have fostered a collaborative workplace where people are engaged in creative thinking from the first day on the job onward. No matter what role you're in - from production, to sales, to engineering - you'll contribute to the growth and success of the company by having a Maker mindset.When you think of the best a family has to offer - support, collaboration and respect - that's what we value. When there's a win, we'll cheer you on. When there's a snag, coworkers step in to help you out. Working on solutions together is just the way we do things here, and that creates an atmosphere that often feels like home.You'll work alongside talented, passionate, dedicated, humble and genuinely kind people who are all contributing to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. It's this mission and our strong people-focused values that have made Simpson Strong-Tie a unique place to work - a place where you can connect, create and build your career. We invite you tolearn moreabout our culture and why our employees are our most loyal customers.You You want to be an important member of a strong team of other makers who take pride in their work and support each other. The Field Engineer for structural steel will support all sales and market development activities while working with design professionals, specifiers and steel fabricators to obtain specification of Simpson structural steel product offerings. This position is based in Southern California and provides technical services to Southern California, Southern Nevada, Hawaii, Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso Texas. You will assist sales team to evaluate and establish channels of distribution for sales opportunities and provide technical support for Simpson structural steel design software tools. You will also assist with jobsite support for structural steel projects and provide technical support to steel fabricators/detailers. You will communicate customer feedback and requests to the Market Development Manager, Product Managers and engineers and assist with development and review of literature for structural steel product offering.WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING(% of Time)Provide technical support for getting specification for Structural Steel components offered by SST. (25%)Conduct technical presentations for individuals, groups and professional associations involved in new construction and/or the upgrade of existing structural steel systems focusing on general technical knowledge as well as the advantages of specifying of Simpson products. (Training on SST design software to gain specification) (25%)Assist sales team to evaluate and establish channels of distribution to support sales opportunities of structural steel specifications. (25%)Develop and maintain relationships with engineers, engineering firms and steel fabricators within the region. (15%)Coordinate and assist with development of marketing and technical literature. (10%)DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEIf you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Licensed Professional Engineer Required (CA/NV preferred)
• B.S. degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Construction knowledge: Practical working knowledge of common steel construction methods. Familiarity with Simpson products is a plus.
• Structural design experience in structural steel projects. Experiences in design of wood, masonry, concrete a plus.
• Speaking and communication: Communicate verbally in an appropriate way for the audience he/she is speaking to. Ability to effectively present information to top management, customers, and other groups.
• Customer focus: Quickly and effectively solve customer problems and maintain productive internal and external customer relationships. Readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing customer needs. Recognize potentially adverse customer reactions and develop better alternatives.
• Maintain a collaborative approach in dealing with other Simpson Strong-Tie employees. Demonstrate a genuine commitment to reach mutually beneficial solutions.
• Computer experience (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ACAD, Revit, various design and detailing software). Experience with using structural analysis software ETAB, Ram Structural, and RISA preferred.
• Driving record: Possess and maintain a driving record which complies with company policy.
• Travel away from home with occasional overnight stays.Travel This job requires domestic travel up to 50% of the time.Work Status & LocationThis full-time, exempt position is managed from Southern California, is open to remote work, and provides technical services to Southern California, Southern Nevada, Hawaii, Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso Texas.RelocationRelocation may be considered for this position.Pay $74,900 - $110,000 / AnnuallyAdditionally, you are eligible to participate in our Cash Profit Sharing (CPS) bonus program. CPS is paid quarterly and is based upon company profitability.REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIEWe recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.
  • Quarterly Bonuses/Commission:You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
  • Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.In keeping with the Company's commitment to the communities in which it does business, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that to the fullest extent required by local law, employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender (which state law may define to include gender identity/expression, transgender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and gender stereotyping), sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered marital status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, marijuana/THC, phencyclidine, and opiates.#NowHiring #GetHired #Hiring #HiringNow

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