Structural Programming Engineer

Clayton Homes, a Berkshire Hathaway company and the nation's leading housing provider, is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a World Class Team Member Experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary: Provide engineering support to corporate engineering department and home building facilities through process design and systems programming. Requires the ability to understand engineering products (i.e. calculations, details, sections, specifications, and designs) and provide processes and systems programming to allow for efficient designs and project workflows.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain library of custom engineering and construction programs/software using primarily Excel.
• Maintains programs/software with updates and enhancements.
• Provides user training for new team members and when new versions, updates, or enhancements are implemented.   
• Assist in preparing CAD details and drawings as necessary to supplement engineering programming.
• Ensure that all work created is complete and accurate prior to distribution.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of residential construction methods.
• Performs R&D functions, which include documenting, building, and executing tests on materials to supplement engineering programming.
• Obtain Engineering Intern license and work toward obtaining Professional Engineering license.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Civil, Mechanical, or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited university. EIT certification is a plus.
• Willing to work towards obtaining PE license.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret building codes and architectural plans.
• Ability to perform various foundational engineering calculations.
• Proficient using programs such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite & Adobe Acrobat Professional, Microsoft Productivity programs such as Planner, Project, & SharePoint.
• Intermediate to Advanced level computer skills.
• Advanced skills in Excel and/or VBA.
• Attitude that reflects a sense of urgency and a commitment to service.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to consistently operate a computer and other office machinery such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.
• Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• Constantly works in an indoor, temperature-controlled, sealed-window office environment.
• Work primarily involves sitting / standing.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability and willingness for overnight travel

Why Clayton?

• Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
• As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
• Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.
• At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual, and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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