Civil/Structural R&D Engineer
About the job
- Thoroughly understand the Steel Joist Institute and Steel Deck Institute specifications and design guides.
- Be familiar with the International Building Code, American Institute of Steel Construction, and American Iron and Steel Institute steel design specifications.
- Be capable of interpreting specifications to provide answers to plant personnel.
- Be proficient in Excel, MathCAD, and AutoCAD.
- Be familiar with structural design software such as STAAD, RISA, or MASTAN.
- Be familiar with, or willing to learn, ANSYS structural modeling.
- Be familiar with, or willing to learn, testing equipment.
- Understand software development and data flow.
- Understand engineering department processes.
- Understand fabrication techniques for joist, bridging, and deck.
- Be able to gather input and obtain buy-in from plant personnel.
- Have current industry involvement, or be willing to become involved, with the Steel Joist Institute, Steel Deck Institute, or similar organizations.
- Be a self-starter with an interest in research and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Balance economic considerations with sound engineering practices.
- Be willing and able to drive projects and produce results.
- Hold a minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Work in a non-remote capacity at the Fort Wayne, Indiana office.
- Manage research and development projects through completion as new products or procedures.
- Perform structural modeling for development of new design procedures.
- Assist in developing design and detailing software by specifying project requirements and testing updates.
- Assist in obtaining and maintaining certifications with independent bodies such as ICC-ES, the City of Los Angeles, Underwriters Laboratories, and FM Approvals.
- Develop testing parameters and write test reports.
- Perform physical testing of products and materials.
- Professional Engineer licensure.
- Ability to understand and perform basic programming.
- Ability to interact with industry academics and help identify which research and development projects to pursue.
- PhD in Civil, Structural, or Materials Engineering.
About the company
New Millennium Building Systems designs and fabricates steel building systems and components for low-rise and multi-story construction, including steel joists, girders and trusses, decking, and long-span composite floor solutions. Its engineering and fabrication capabilities support custom architectural and structural requirements, using BIM-based design to streamline project workflows. The company operates six steel fabrication facilities across the continental U.S. and is the nation’s second-largest producer of steel joists and decking, backed by Steel Dynamics. Its goal is to grow nationally by offering a broad, integrated product line that optimizes steel construction projects and serves commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and government markets.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
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Headquarters
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Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- May 29, 2026 blog post targets hyperscalers with a dedicated data-center team.
- Steel Dynamics' March 31, 2026 filing says New Millennium serves data centers.
- Steel Dynamics' 2025 annual report says fabrication sold 561,000 tons in 2025.
What critics are saying
- Western District of Virginia kept Chris Wimmer's July 2026 whistleblower suit alive.
- New Millennium competes against Nucor Vulcraft after CMC exited joists and deck.
- If hyperscale data-center orders slow, New Millennium's seven plants lose their growth engine.
What makes New Millennium Building Systems unique
- Steel Dynamics backs seven New Millennium plants across the United States and Mexico.
- Its August 2026 fact sheet says nationwide BIM, detailing, engineering, manufacturing, delivery.
- The 2026 data-center team sells joists and deck as design consultants.
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