Field Engineer

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956.

Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission : to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team .

As a Field Engineer, you will take on a role that blends technical expertise with relationship management, focusing on delivering education, services, and support to both internal and external customers.

Your primary responsibility will be to provide expert consultation to a range of professionals, including engineers, architects, and contractors, guiding them in the design, development, and implementation of Simpson products to meet their project needs.

In this role, you'll be deeply involved in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders such as design professionals, specifiers, building officials and contractors.

Your goal will be to ensure that Simpson anchoring systems, lateral and continuous rod tie-down systems, mass timber and light-gauge steel connectors, structural steel solutions, and concrete strengthening products are specified and integrated into a variety of construction projects.

This position will be based in the greater Denver Area, and service all of Colorado, and Wyoming .

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Provide technical support of anchoring systems, lateral and continuous rod tie-down systems, mass timber and light-gauge steel connectors, structural steel solutions and concrete strengthening products to internal and external customers. (25%)

Conduct technical presentations for individuals, groups and professional associations involved in new construction and / or the repair and rehabilitation of existing structures, focusing on general technical knowledge as well as the advantages and use of Simpson products. (20%)

Develop and maintain relationships with engineers, engineering firms, building officials and contractors within the region. (20%)

Identify sales opportunities and work closely with the sales team to support closing of sales opportunities. (15%)

Use product knowledge, experience and training to develop solutions for a wide variety of concrete and steel applications to support jobsite driven needs. (10%)

Work closely with Simpson Product Managers, Branch Engineers and Technicians to identify new products and testing opportunities.

Assist in development and review of technical literature. (5%)

Identify and maintain Department of Transportation approvals for anchoring systems and concrete repair and strengthening products.

Assist in product approval review and submittals. (5%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too :

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Colorado Required.
• B.S. degree in Civil / Structural Engineering Preferred.
• 5 years structural design experience designing commercial structures; reinforced concrete, light-gauge steel, structural steel, multi-family and CLT design a plus.
• Construction : Practical working knowledge of common concrete and steel construction methods.
• Product knowledge : General knowledge of concrete anchors and light gage steel. Design experience with fasteners, connectors, and lateral systems a plus.
• 2 years computer experience (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ACAD, various design software).
• Knowledge : Practical working knowledge of common concrete and steel construction methods. Familiarity with Simpson products is a plus.
• Customer focus : Quickly and effectively solve customer problems and maintain productive internal and external customer relationships.

Readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing customer needs. Recognize potentially adverse customer reactions and develop better alternatives.

Self-management : Set priorities, goals and timelines to achieve maximum productivity. Manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.

Communication : Excellent communication skills; written and verbal, proof reading, professional phone demeanor. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Enthusiastic attitude and ability to work well with others.

• Teamwork : Maintain a collaborative approach in dealing with other Simpson Strong-Tie employees.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to reach mutually beneficial solutions.
• Driving record : Possess and maintain a driving record which complies with company policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, see, talk, and hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in both a professional office environment, customer sites and outdoor construction job sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers / scanners, etc.

The employee occasionally works around moving mechanical parts. Noise level may be loud at times.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This position requires domestic travel up to 20% of the time (4 to 6 overnights per month, depending on home location).

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, exempt position is located in the greater Denver, CO area.

RELOCATION

Relocation may be considered for this position.

$77,200 - $123,500 / year

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits.

May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses / Commission : You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits : We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including : medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.

View benefit plan details here : https : / / benefits.strongtie.com / .

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer.

This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine and opiates.

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