
Ropeway Project Engineer I
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The Ropeway Project Engineer I supports civil, structural, and ropeway project engineering by contributing to foundation drawings, structural steel designs, and ropeway profiles. The role prepares engineering calculations, specifications, and construction drawings, and supports testing and project delivery. It collaborates with engineers, field teams, customers, and other stakeholders, with occasional site visits and up to 10% domestic travel.
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With innovative ropeways, the Doppelmayr teams ensure world records, eye-catching highlights and enthusiasm among customers and passengers. We develop mobility solutions for the future and high-performance material handling systems for use all over the world. This is made possible by our employees, who implement our unique projects and always generate enthusiasm with innovative ideas. Doppelmayr USA, Inc. believes that by increasing the diversity of our teams we can create new perspectives and inspiring results and can make a difference in the communities of our employees, our customers, and the world. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities and strive to make inclusion a part of everything we do. As a Ropeway Project Engineer I, you will support the civil/structural/ropeway project engineering team by contributing to the development of concrete foundation drawings, structural steel component designs and ropeway profiles. Your Key Responsibilities: - Design concrete foundations and structural elements for ropeway and ski lift infrastructure, including terminal and tower foundations, generator pads, operator house footings, underground vaults, tower tubes, crossarms, walkways, and related components. - Assist in the design and analysis of ski lift profiles using specialized rope line calculation software. - Determine project design loads in accordance with ASCE-7 and Doppelmayr engineering standards. - Support the design of structural steel components in accordance with AISC standards and structural concrete components in accordance with ACI-318. - Contribute to the design of ropeway systems and components in compliance with ANSI B77.1 and Doppelmayr standards. - P repare engineering calculations, technical specifications, and construction drawings to support permitting, procurement, manufacturing, and construction activities. - Develop testing procedures and documentation to verify installations meet project specifications and safety requirements. - Utilize engineering and design software, including Siemens NX (or equivalent 3D CAD software), EliteCAD (or equivalent 2D CAD software), AutoCAD Civil 3D, MathCAD, and ERP systems such as IFS. - Apply company engineering standards, policies, and procedures to solve routine technical challenges. - Troubleshoot engineering issues of limited complexity using established methods, standard practices, and guidance from senior engineering staff. - Collaborate with engineers, field teams, customers, and domestic and international stakeholders to support successful project delivery. - Participate in occasional site visits and field work, with up to 10% domestic travel required. Your Profile: - Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant engineering or drafting experience, or a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience. - Basic understanding of structural and civil engineering principles, design methodologies, and standard drafting practices. - Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, plans, and technical documentation. - Familiarity with structural steel and reinforced concrete design principles. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. - Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and project stakeholders. - Adaptable and comfortable working in both office and field environments. - Ability to manage routine assignments, follow detailed instructions, and contribute effectively within a team-oriented environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the FE exam. - Experience with Siemens NX 3D, SolidWorks, or other 3D modeling sof ware. - Experience using MathCAD for engineering calculations. - Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D. - Exposure to structural engineering design standards, construction documentation, or ropeway/ski lift infrastructure projects. We do not accept applications or inquiries from third-party recruiting agencies or staffing firms. All candidates must apply directly through our official channels. Any unsolicited resumes or profiles submitted by third-party agencies will not be considered. We will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates.
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