Vacancies

Professional Engineer

Walker, MI
45 Hours

The FALK Professional Engineer manages all aspects related to product and application fit as well as ensuring FALK Panel Wall & Roofing products meet published project specifications across various vertical markets.

This role will work in a fast-paced teaming environment to service day-to-day inquiries from the sales team and internal staff, and creates the overall programming for FALK Panel’s engineering requirements as it relates to testing and code compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive Technical communications to Architects, Specifiers, General Contractors, Installation Contractors, and Project Owners regarding implementation of FALK Panel products.
This role will own Product Library using Tekla, BIM, and Revit.
This role will own all product testing, certification, and technical data.
This role with be the liaison between Operations and Sales to determine product offering specifications.
Perform preliminary engineering analysis of panels including structural (wind load, seismic, anchoring, deflections, etc.), environmental (thermal, moisture, etc.), and other application requirements.
Analyze, and communicate principles of building envelope science (i.e. vapor, moisture, thermal, air movement, rain-screen concepts, etc.) and ability to communicate these principles to other parties.
Understand and communicate North American building regulations including structural codes, energy codes, testing, and certification standards.
Assures building’s structural integrity and safety.
Clearly communicate with FALK Sales, Marketing, and Operations departments regarding the proper use and deployment of all FALK product offerings while being a technical liaison internally and externally.
Collaborates with project teams to discuss problems and challenges and help create solutions to move forward in a cost effective and efficient manner.
Develop/modify installation details for non-standard conditions.
Update and maintain product specifications as necessary.
Develop standardization and protocol for obtaining sealed and stamped drawings.
Design and assist with product testing (in-house and laboratory) as required.
Lead R&D with product development, testing, and certification requirements.
Communicate regularly with all internal departments as necessary.
Assist with preparation of project submittals.
Participate in sales calls and job site visits as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 45 per week

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural engineering.
Read and understand architectural and structural drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with various building façade and fenestration components.
Familiarity with building codes and standards (US and Canadian codes).
Ability to understand and communicate building science principles.
Minimum 2 years in the building products industry.
Experienced with AutoCAD and Revit drawing programs.
Licensed PE preferred.

OTHER SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Be self-motivated and capable of handling multiple projects.
Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Good spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Participate in Trade Association and with Regulatory Agencies acting in the best interest of FALK.