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VIN Structural Design Engineer

Nucor Corporation

Saint Joe, Indiana

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SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Alliance/Partner Management, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Consulting, Contract Review, Finance, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lead Generation, Leadership, Project/Program Management, Recycling, Requirements Management, Return on Assets (ROA), Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Software Design, Structural Engineering, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Web Design
LOCATION
Saint Joe, Indiana
POSTED
4 days ago
Job Details

Division: Vulcraft Indiana

Location: St. Joe, IN, United States

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Vulcraft Indiana is seeking a talented and ambitious individual who is looking to grow while assisting the team in designing safe, accurate and cost effective structural open-web steel joist girders, joists and steel deck at the plant located in St Joe, IN. This individual will be expected to work closely with all other departments of the business including: estimating, sales, detailing, project management, finance, production and shipping to ensure the complete success of each project. Our expectation is to create and maintain strong partnerships within our team as well as with our customers to yield powerful results. A positive attitude, a strong desire to help others while working with a team are a requirement for this individual.

As a structural design engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Reviewing contract documents and noting important information
  • Effectively communicating unique design requirements to detailing department
  • Utilizing design software to safely and accurately design open-web steel joists and joist girders
  • Working closely with all departments to grow as an individual and an engineer
  • Being willing and able to meet with engineers and architects in the Midwest construction market and discuss our product advantages
  • Visiting job sites to better understand the construction process

This position is salaried plus a Return on Assets (ROA) bonus. Occasional travel may be required.

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.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary, and eligible for an Annual Return on Assets (ROA) Bonus as well as Annual Profit Sharing!
  • Eligible for 3- weeks paid vacation each year after meeting employment eligibility requirements
  • 401k with match and more!

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS in Civil/Structural Engineering or related discipline from an ABET accredited program
  • Professional Engineer registration (PE License) in the United States, or have currently passed the PE exam with the ability to complete registration within two years of accepting the position

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS in Civil (Structural focus) from an ABET accredited program
  • Structural Engineer (SE) License
  • Willing and able to relocate for future promotional leadership opportunities within Nucor
  • Previous experience at an engineer of record (EOR) consulting firm
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Nucor will not sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne Nucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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