Engineering Design Lead

Engineering Design Lead

If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an Engineering Design Lead at United Rentals, you will be responsible for managing the E.I.T. level design engineers within the Engineering Department and directing their day-to-day design duties. You'll be dedicated to meeting the engineering needs of contractors, industrial, and commercial companies, and in doing so, drive profitable engineering revenue for the Division and Company.

What you'll do:

• Responsible for the quality, timely and efficient work flow of trench/excavation shoring design work prepared by E.I.T. level design engineers within the Engineering Department
• Provide supervisory direction and control authority to E.I.T. personnel on assigned design requests
• Mentor E.I.T.'s as they create site-specific conceptual design solutions for estimating project costs and preparing proposals for customers
• For existing and new customer contractors, create shoring, shielding, and other structural support systems for site-specific trench and excavation projects
• Provide sealed/stamped site specific plans and supporting calculations for trench/excavation projects throughout the Region
• Evaluate site conditions and design safe, effective, and structurally-sound shoring systems that promote jobsite efficiency and practicality in the field
• Ensure engineering drawings and plans are accurate and meet applicable engineering design standards and Federal State specific OSHA requirements
• Obtain and/or maintain current NCEES record for the purpose of securing professional licenses in multiple states; Maintain personal engineering registrations required to service multi-state engineering needs
• Educate as necessary and provide engineering support to Trench Safety sales representatives in providing quotes to customers
• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

• Professional Engineering (PE) designation; B. S. in mechanical, structural or civil engineering, or related engineering field
• 5-10 years experience as a licensed engineer in a structural or geotechnical engineering environment
• Familiarity with AISC ASD or LRFD
• Knowledge of basic structural engineering analysis and design standards
• Familiarity with basic soil properties, testing procedures, and interpretation of geotechnical data
• Proficient in the OSHA Excavation Standard 1926 Subpart P. and related standards
• Experience with Autocad, Mathcad, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Able to effectively work independently, as well as within a team environment
• Prioritize work and effectively manage time and multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Effectively work with customers and sales representatives to conceptually plan and negotiate shoring system designs
• Ability to set up computers, printers and install engineering software
• Strong business acumen, organizational skills and attention to detail

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

Why join us? We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email for assistance.

Compensation Range: $90,375.00 - $149,125.00