Design Engineer (Concrete Machine Foundations)

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed structural designs for machine pits, foundations, and enclosures in accordance with project requirements, industry standards, and local building codes.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations related to loads, stresses, thermal expansion, and vibration for heavy machinery foundations.
• Perform site visits to ensure design criteria and restraints are reflected in design
• Understand and interpret machine drawings to design necessary foundations
• Perform site investigations and feasibility studies to assess ground conditions, machine anchoring needs, and space constraints.
• Detail resteel and produce fabrication drawings and bend list
• Detail intricate areas from established drawings to aid in estimating and construction
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and rigging teams to understand equipment requirements and integrate them into the pit design.
• Assist in the preparation of construction cost estimates for concrete pits and related works.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through material optimization and innovative design approaches without compromising performance or safety.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting site inspections.
• Address design changes and field issues quickly and accurately to minimize project delays.

Requirements:

• 5 + years' experience designing machine foundations within the manufacturing industry.
• Professional Engineer License preferred
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and/or other CAD/BIM tools for 2D and 3D modeling.
• Strong understanding of concreting, resteel, concrete formwork techniques and constructability
• Strong math and creative critical thinking skills as well as an understanding of geometry
• Ability to lead and mentor other engineers and designers
• Ability to maintain work efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project coordination and time management abilities; able to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment layouts, installation drawings, and geotechnical reports.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical engineers, project managers, and contractors.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail in high-tolerance design environments.
• Solid understanding of load path analysis, dynamic/vibration response, and thermal stress analysis for concrete structures.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.