Mechanical Engineer

Description:

Overview:

IKG is the leading manufacturer of bar grating for a variety of industries: including industrial, architectural, government, safety and more. Since 1902, IKG has maintained its’ position by having a dedication towards quality materials, improving technologies, and providing exceptional customer service. You will part of an experienced team working closely with the customer, helping ensure all projects are a success. From inquiry to installation, IKG prides itself in Forging Partnerships and creating products that with stand the test of time.

Summary:

Oversee Structural design inputs, identify scope of work, preparing detail grating fabrication drawings. Upon project award, perform Detailing, drafting, 3D Modeling & checking as applicable for the Project. Partner with Sales & Operations team as necessary to ensure projects are completed within budget and in agreed schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as primary interface with customer during the engineering / detailing phase of the project.
• Review contract documents, establish scope of items along with any applicable exclusions.
• Provides or coordinates scope changes to sales and customer.
• Performs detailed material take-off, include fabrication work involved such as welding, etc.
• Obtain clarifications from customers as needed for clarifying scope items.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings as required.
• Coordinate with customers to establish sequencing and priority of deliverables.
• Develops or manages requests for information (RFI’s).
• Coordinate customer provided structural 3D models for applicable items.
• 3D & 2D modeling, drafting, and checking of drawings.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables in alignment with project schedules.
• Resolves issues or involves appropriate departments for resolution.
• Reviews for contract additions and deletions, prepare change orders for applicable items.
• Checks project status upon receipt of changes and evaluates impact.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Coordinate with inside / outside detailing groups where required.
• Resolves issues or involves appropriate departments for resolution.
• Occasional short-term travel may be necessary.

Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and departmental needs

Requirements:

Education:

• REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Industrial or Construction Engineering preferable.

Experience:

• 2+ yrs. of experience in Estimating & Detailing of Structural Steel & miscellaneous steel detailing for commercial or industrial construction projects, preferable.

C. Other requirements

• Knowledge in 2D & 3D Cad software.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
• Excellent Technical Skills
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must have customer-oriented approach to business situations