District Engineer

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Position Highlights

In-office position in Fresno, CA

Full-time salaried role

Competitive benefits and compensation based on experience

Purpose

The District Engineer role provides engineering support for both pre-sale and contracted work. This role builds and manages an engineering team capable of carrying out needed engineering initiatives for the district. Additionally, this role will maintain an efficient operation that provides high-quality service to both internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership (35%)

• Create a competitive advantage through people.
• Maintain a culture where team members are successful in their jobs and EFCO's Core Values and Safety are supported and advanced.
• Be a catalyst for continuous improvement and excellent execution of processes that positively impact all stakeholders.
• Actively manage retention and institutional knowledge.
• Foster development and follow through to maintain team productivity and promote integrity in leadership practices.

Engineering, Equipment, and Drafting Management (25%)

• Manage the engineering and drafting of presales and contracted projects.
• Partner with the sales team to grow the business profitably by establishing safe forming concepts and developing feasible engineering plans based on current workload, available equipment, and priorities.
• Plan, conduct and supervise assignments, review progress and evaluate results.

Structural Analysis (20%)

• Ensure safe use of equipment by performing structural analysis of formwork and/or shoring.
• Compile calculations to be submitted with erection drawings for an Engineering Assurance review and approval prior to shipping equipment.

Project Supervision (10%)

• Lead project "kick-off" meetings to establish the engineering plan, as well as weekly project meetings to track objectives to completion.
• Review and check the work of direct reports, including drawings and equipment lists, while coaching and counseling engineers, drafters, and checkers.
• Communicate with district personnel, including District Managers, Territory Managers, and Field Supervisors, Inventory Control Specialists, and Warehouse Managers to deliver super service through effective project execution.

Scorecard Assessment (10%)

• Evaluate performance metrics specific to this role using EFCO's scorecard tool.
• Assess areas such as Philippines production group use, Revit utilization, contribution margin, and operational efficiency metrics like timely order entry.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering required.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 6 months of EFCO experience or engineering experience.

• Past management experience a plus.

• Leadership:

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Prior management experience preferred.

• Computer Skills: Strong PC skills required.

• Other Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to complete basic mathematical calculations, interpret specifications, and apply engineering judgment in non-typical design applications.

• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and training skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

• Limited travel required.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.

• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.

• Relationship Building: Develops and maintains productive, respectful relationships across teams and functions.

• Direction, Planning, Organization: Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.

• Analysis: Breaks down complex information to identify patterns, relationships, and root causes.

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Fresno, CA location.

Physical Demands

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Balancing - maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.
• Repetitive Motions - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Sitting/Standing - must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time.
• Stooping - bending at the waist
• Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
• Walking
• Climbing - ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language
• Capacity to express thoughts orally
• Expertise in:
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EFCO Culture and Safety

Act with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries - no matter how minor - immediately to their supervisor or manager.

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EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service