Structural Design Engineer - Military Veterans

Structural Design Engineer

NBG West, a Division of Nucor Corporation, is seeking applications for a position as a Design Engineer at our office in Lathrop, CA. Annual salary ranges from $80,000-$99,600 plus significant bonus incentives.

Basic Job Functions:

• Create complete, high quality, safe, accurate and cost-effective design calculations for metal building structures provided by NBG while maintaining committed schedules.

• Provide “Value Engineering” when designing projects to maximize profitability while considering manufacturing capabilities and ease of construction.

• Review shop and erection drawings for accuracy. Seal drawings and calculations as required.

• Provide technical expertise through phone conversations, in-person meetings, emails, and letters.

• Provide innovative and creative solutions for field issues and modifications.

• Periodic travel as required to meetings, job sites, and other Nucor divisions.

• Keep up with current building codes through organized training sessions and self-study.

• Effectively respond to questions and comments from building officials and field inspectors.

• Develop leadership skills, develop relationships with customers and teammates, maintain a “can-do” attitude.

• Embrace the Nucor mission: Grow the core, Expand Beyond, Live our Culture.

• Become a safety champion within your division.

 
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.
 

Minimum Requirements:

• 4-year Civil/Structural engineering degree and working towards PE registration
• Passed FE Exam or will have certificate within 6 months
• Basic Computer skills using Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years Metal Building experience in Design, Detailing, Customer Service and/or Estimating
• Demonstrated leadership presence
• Proficiency at reading architectural / structural drawings and specifications
• Experience using commercial programs such as RISA 3D or CAD software Experience using ASCE-7 and the AISC Steel Design Manual

About Us:

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Why NBG?

Nucor Buildings Group (NBG), a proud Nucor product group, is one of North America’s largest and most experienced manufacturers of metal building systems. With multiple locations throughout the United States, NBG is proud to design world-class building solutions tailored to meet the needs of any market including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and institutional. Our brands include American Buildings, CBC Steel Buildings, Kirby Building Systems and Nucor Building Systems.

NBG offers work/life balance and a variety of benefits and performance incentives. We take pride in connecting teammates to meaningful work and focus heavily on both personal and professional development. Whether your background is in engineering and design, information technology and software development, marketing, or sales, with Nucor Buildings Group you can go as far as your drive and ambition will take you.