Structural Engineer - Houston, United States - Hilti North America

Description

Job reference: WD

Structural Engineer - Energy & Industry

Houston

What's the role?

Responsible for maximizing the specification and sales of designed engineered solutions and calculation services through identification of target applications, creation of designed solutions, provision of bid packages to all bidding contractors, convincing of winning bidder to use and purchase our solution and ensuring full delivery of the products and services agreed to on the purchase order. Develops and executes a unique bid strategy for each target project, with the goal to sell the relevant bid package to the responsible contractor. Position is primarily focused on delivering modular solutions and services to our top customers and projects centric to our installation systems product line.

Who is Hilti?

Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.

What does the role involve?

Specifies creation of engineered solutions for overhead grid, raised floor, pipe/cable tray supports, seismic bracing solutions, and E&I stands
Provides practical check on engineered solution as it relates to project environment and application as well as market competitiveness. Applies technical expertise to designs as needed.
Responsible for design of engineered solution based on project specific requirements. Design responsibilities included, preliminary and conceptual design, creation of final design calculation package, coordination with drafting department, review of drawings, and coordination with reviewing engineer. Additional responsibilities include development of material estimates based on design, engineering contract agreements, and value added service estimates and agreements.
Regularly scans project databases and makes assessment of most attractive projects to target, based on multiple criteria including, but not limited to, key applications, and assessment of the competitive market situation, the key contractors in the bid process, and their capabilities. Prioritizes target projects through managed, constantly evolving project funnel.
Support the delivery of engineering designs for our BIM services. Attend project coordination meetings and support BIM PM with client technical questions.
Builds relationships with bidding contractors by creating, submitting, and participating actively in, bid packages during pre?design and design phases. Represents Hilti at pre?bid meetings and promotes Hilti as engineered solution provider.
Sells low bidder (winner) on engineered solutions value add, overcomes objections, closes, and supports with submittal for inclusion in project design. Cross sells other related Hilti products
Coaches Account Managers (AMs) in coverage area to improve competence of key project types, applications, and products (Install, Anchor, DX) and their ability to answer basic technical questions
Works directly with PMO (Project Manager Office) to collect proper information and relay questions and change requests between PMO and customer. Supports the interface with 3rd party engineering and design partner. Will generate complete Marketing Support Services (MSS) request and participate in project meetings to monitor progress and timeline of project delivery
Tracks and investigates successes/failures and regularly provides ROI assessment and product management feedback
Leverage Technical Back?Office, Hilti Field Engineer, Regional Manager, and Account Manager as needed throughout the process
Responsible to oversee and review Bill of Materials (BOM), as well as final order fulfillment
Provide competent recommendations to engineers, architects, and other designers on specific applications using sound engineering judgment; educate specifier on technical advantages of Hilti solutions not covered by test data and provide field training needed during installation
Provide professional educational seminars and presentations for Architecture/Engineering firms to inform them of Hilti products, their performance characteristics, applications, and product limitations
Utilizing Hilti technology resources to maintain accurate records of contacts and specifications
Create and coordinate jobsite management within CRM system utilizing SFDC; includes creation of specific jobsites, applications, and active participation in the monthly sales management meetings (with RM); coordinate with salesforce to ensure that key opportunities are capitalized on
Additional duties as assigned

80% of management roles are filled with internal candidates, so theres real potential to progress beyond where you star

What do we offer?

Youll be given everything you need to excel in your role. Youll receive a generous compensation package for the work that you do with the possibility to earn bonus for going above and beyond. Youll get great benefits including Medical and Dental insurance, generous Paid Time Off (including 2 days to go and give back to your local community however you want) educational reimbursement, health and wellness days the list goes on.

We also offer many opportunities to develop your career in various departments of interest (which we think is a pretty unique perk) alongside the possibility to work internationally in any of the 120+ countries we operate within if you decide thats the path youd want to take

Why should you apply?

Lets face it, we know there are lots of other companies out there. We have an excellent mix of people, which we believe makes for a more vibrant, more innovative, more productive team. This role gives you the opportunity to help shape our future and make a real impact from day one.

What you need is:

• B.S. in Civil/ Structural Engineering or 5+ years Hilti experience designing installation systems in the United States or Canada required
• Professional engineering license (civil or structural) and familiarity with US and/or Canadian steel design or equivalent preferred
• Proven success with selling value added and/or engineered solutions to contractors/end users
• Familiarity with project plans, specifications and commercial terms
• Good communication and project management skills

Hilti, Inc is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.