Area Engineering Manager

Area Engineering Manager

Concord, NC, US, 28027

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

• The Area Engineering Manager will oversee all Engineering and Drafting operations at multiple Oldcastle plants. The Area Engineer Manager will work on various engineering and technical projects, as well as continuous improvements in manufacturing. These projects and duties can vary greatly based on the current needs of the plants.
• This position will require a Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with structural design experience, and the ability to prepare and stamp calculations (within 18 months of hire) for precast and pipe products. The Area Engineering Manager must demonstrate the ability to work with specifiers and owners to get our precast products incorporated into project designs. He/she will also need experience in managing Engineers and Drafters.
• The manager should be able to demonstrate presentation skills to work comfortably in front of a group. There will be occasional overnight travel to other plants, job sites, and meeting/seminars as needed by current projects being worked on. Self-motivated, and a willing to go onsite and in the plant to oversee production of product. Typical travel time is approximately 25%.

Job Location

• This job is based out of the plant in Concord, NC.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage product design, calculations, drawings, estimating, quotes, production, delivery, and installation of precast and pipe products. Assist Plants with Engineering design and production; and improvements to design and production processes.
• Manage/Oversee Engineers and CAD Departments to run effectively and efficiently.
• Develop and provide information on Best Practices in the Engineering and Production Departments (rebar reduction, form improvements, efficiency improvements, mix designs, etc.).
• Provide guidance and assistance to the QC personnel.
• Provide engineering and development to new and existing products using design programs such as SAP, RISA 3D, AutoCAD, Excel spreadsheets, Mathcad, etc.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Structural (preferred), Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be a Registered Professional Engineering (PE) in the state of North Carolina within 18 months of hire date.
• Minimum of 24 months of structural design experience (concrete preferred) and minimum of 12 months of management related work experience. At least 1 year industry experience in concrete design/precast preferred.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret drawings and be able to perform structural designs for such products as box culverts, bridges, and specialty structures.
• Must be able to use a variety of computer programs, including AutoCAD, FEA, Word, MathCAD, Excel.
• Must have good organization and communication skills.
• Must be able to interact with customers, managers, engineers, drafters, and other employees to resolve engineering and management related issues.
• Must be a problem solver and detailed-oriented person.
• Needs to be a "hands on" personality who can deal with going from an office environment to a plant or field environment.
• Ability to learn the Oldcastle management structure and MIS system as necessary.

Job Compensation

• Target salary range is $100-135k plus 10% annual bonus.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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