R&D Structural Engineer Nucor Towers & Structures

Expand Beyond with Nucor

Nucor Towers & Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor the largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products in North America focused on the execution of our strategy to Expand Beyond our core business. As a part of Nucors New Markets product group NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market. Current production facilities are in West Hazleton PA Decatur AL Crawfordsville IN and Brigham City UT with plans to build a national footprint.

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Towers & Structures Inc is seeking qualified applicants for the position of R&D Structural Engineer at our business unit located in Rock Hill SC.

The successful candidate will specialize in the design and development of unique structural steel components. Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Conduct analytical and applied research to develop new structural systems components and design approaches
Perform advanced structural analysis using hand calculations spreadsheets and finite element software
Design plan and evaluate laboratory or field-testing programs to validate structural performance
Interpret test results and translate findings into practical design improvements or standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineering drafting manufacturing quality and operations
Provide technical support for complex or nonstandard engineering challenges
Present research findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and leadership
Occasional travel is required to Nucor plants utility offices field locations or to trade shows

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate lead and uphold safety policies practices procedures and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or similar
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing steel structures in SAP2000
• Minimum 2 years of experience designing complex steel connections
• Strong knowledge of structural mechanics steel design and applicable codes and standards
• Ability to clearly document technical work and communicate complex ideas effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or PhD in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license in any US state
• Experience with structural engineering R&D projects
• Experience with physical testing material characterization or experimental mechanics
• Familiarity with manufacturing-driven design heavy steel structures or industrial applications
• Experience with Inventor Ansys and/or IDEA StatiCa software