Structural Design Engineer - PE Required
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The Design Engineer designs open web steel joists and ensures products meet project design requirements. The role is based at the Vulcraft sales office and supports Vulcraft Texas through independent design work and communication. Candidates with structural steel design experience and an active Professional Engineer license are encouraged to apply; the minimum qualifications include a civil engineering degree, four years of structural engineering experience in steel construction, and an active PE license.
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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:
The Design Engineer is responsible for designing open web steel joists and ensuring that all products meet the design requirements for a wide range of projects, from small gas stations to large athletic stadiums and multimillion-square-foot warehouses across the country. This position is based at the Vulcraft sales office and supports Vulcraft Texas through independent design work, and strong communication. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Perform design work in accordance with industry standards and Vulcraft manufacturing processess.
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Review contract documents, including structural drawings, architectural drawings, and project specifications.
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Prepare, review, and support joist design calculations, including projects requiring sealed calculations as appropriate.
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Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, including other design professionals, while maintaining timely response to project and production needs.
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Promote Vulcraft products to specifiers and at conventions.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary + Annual ROA Bonus + Annual Profit Sharing!
3-weeks paid vacation each year! Received all at once after 6-months.
401K with match.
Excellent health insurance and more!
This is an experienced Design Engineer position. Candidates with structural steel design experience and an active Professional Engineer (PE) license are encouraged to apply!
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Minimum Qualifications:
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B.S Degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)
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Minimum 4 years of structural engineering experience in steel construction
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Active Professional Engineer (PE) License
Preferred Qualifications:
Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace
How this job compares
Set against the 2,447 open Design Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Texas median$117–165K/yr118 salary ranges
- US median$40–48/hr91 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 255 open Design Engineer jobs in Texas and 2,447 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Texas
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Design Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (2,033 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,658 of the 2,447 open Design Engineer jobs (68%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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