Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Job description
Mitek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutionsIn 1955, mitek transformed residential construction with the invention of the gang-nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trussesToday, mitek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-siteWith nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, mitek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and buildsAs a berkshire hathaway (nyse: brk-a, nyse: brk-b) company since 2001, mitek has a record of continuous growth and innovationLearn more at www.mii.com .
Summary
Designs truss components and truss repairs for mitek customers and creatively solve engineering issues our customers haveThis position reports to the engineering manager located in the office where the engineer is assigned.
Job responsibilities & requirements
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorilyReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential functions statement(s)
Creatively design field repairs for truss components in accordance with acceptable engineering principles and judgment– 55%
Design truss components based on specified parameters from customers and use their knowledge of engineering and the building codes along with collaboration with other engineers in the office to ensure their designs protect the health safety and welfare of the public– 25%
Discusses design modifications and reviews appropriate design methodologies with customers– 5%
Assist, train and counsel customers in troubleshooting issues and design problems– 5%
Review results of the truss design software for accuracy and collaborate with other engineers and with the software development team to determine how the software should function– 5%
Collaborate with engineers, architects and building officials on customer component design projects– 5%
Position qualifications
Competency statement(s)
Strong skills in algebra, trigonometry, physics, statistics and strength of materials, structural analysis and design.
Accuracy - ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Active listening - ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
Technical skills: must have solid engineering/technical skills, including attention to detail.
Safety: must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures.
Quality: demonstrate accuracy and thoroughnessMonitor own work to ensure qualityApply feedback to improve performanceLook for ways to improve and promote quality
Quantity: meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of workStrive to increase productivityWork at keeping waste downComplete work in a timely manner.
Dependability: take responsibility for own actionFollow instructions, responds to management directions.
Initiative: readily volunteersUndertake self-development activitiesSeek increased responsibilitiesTake independent actionAsk for and offer assistance whenever needed.
Attendance during regular work hours and overtime as required.
Ability to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customers.
Skills & abilities
Education:
Bachelor`s degree (four year college or technical school) or commensurate experience.
Experience:
None
Computer skills:
Ms office suite of products.
Mitek is an e-verify and drug and tobacco-free workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact human resources at +1 314-434-1200.
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