Runway Engineer - New Berlin, WI

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name – people committed to providing our customers with lifting equipment and services that lift their businesses. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. 

We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

The Runway Engineer position is part of the Industrial Crane and product engineering team, and your role will be the structural design and support of crane runway systems. This will primarily be engineering of crane runway systems but can also include generating the detailed design drawings when needed. It is also expected that as an engineering resource you will support the team as an expert for structural related topics that come up during the quoting and selling phase, or at site during installation and commissioning.

You will report to the Industrial Crane and Product Engineering Manager.

You Will:

• Perform engineering calculations to compute the stresses developed in a crane runway structure. Knowledge of different static, dynamic and fatigue failure theories based on stress life approach is required to compute the allowable stresses according to applicable industry standards.
• Evaluate the static/dynamic strength and fatigue life of structural steel runway structures for the United States and Canada.
• Use of RISA 3D, vendor software, KC Developed Programs and other in-house built analytical tools to perform and present structural calculations of runway structures conforming to the specifications of AISC/ASCE/CSA/CMAA. The ability to perform calculations is necessary to validate a calculation using a secondary/independent method of analysis.
• Knowledge on ASCE, IBC codes is a must, including seismic conditions
• Support customers and team members as an expert when troubleshooting issues that arise onsite during installation, commissioning or the warranty period of a project
• Occasionally support sales and offer support during the quotation phase of complex projects to provide guidance on design options during the quotation stage
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts

The entire purchasing experience of our customers can set us apart in the industry; either positively or negatively. Our ability to create satisfied customers is dependent on our behaviours throughout the entire customer purchasing experience, and the Structural Engineer position is a key technical role that supports the entire team in achieving this goal.

This position has the ability for completely remote work - for this purpose candidates not residing in Wisconsin will be considered.

Salary - $80,000 -$100,000

Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

• Have an EIT certification, with plans or desire to obtain a PE license
• 3-5 years of related industry experience
• Knowledge of ASCE, IBE codes and seismic conditions
• Knowledge of AISC/CSA and CMAA is considered an asset
• Experience in both Microsoft excel (can perform complex functions) and CAD programs
• Experience with electric overhead traveling (EOT) cranes is an asset but not required.

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

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