Design Engineer

Job Details

Division: Vulcraft Alabama

Location: Fort Payne, AL, United States

Posting Expires: June 6, 2025

The primary function of the Design Engineer is to design open web steel joists and steel deck and ensure that all products meet the design requirements for projects varying from small gas stations to large athletic stadiums and multimillion square foot warehouses located across the country. The Design Engineer responsibilities also include but are not limited to, the following:

Design work in accordance with industry standards and Vulcraft manufacturing processes

Review contract documents such as structural drawings, architectural drawings, and project specifications

Provide direction and technical support to details, shop orders, and production teammates during project development, design and fabrication

Communicate with internal and external customers, including other design professionals

Be responsive to develop and maintain strong relationships with our direct and indirect partners

Promote Vulcraft products with specifiers or at conventions

This position is a salaried position plus ROA bonus. Occasional travel is required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to

demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and

housekeeping standards at all times.

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification

Be willing to and have the means to travel

Communication Skills

Accountability and Dependability

Initiative/Innovation

Teamwork

Problem Solving and Judgement/Decision Making

Leadership Presence and Courage

Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work

Experience in steel design

Experience in construction industry

PE license and/or SE license

Willingness to relocate for future advancement now or in the future

Must have supervisor and/or manager recommendation and must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets and a drug free workplace