Simpson StrongTie Company

Project Manager, Engineering Technology

Simpson StrongTie Company$84K — $135K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in STEM or equivalent experience in a related technical field (required).
  • Preferred to pass the NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam.
  • PMP Certification or equivalent project management experience (preferred).
  • At least 4 years of project management experience in engineering or technical projects.
  • Minimum of 5 years of industry-related engineering experience in roles such as Designer, Design Engineer, Technician, or EIT.
  • Strong working knowledge of timber, concrete, and steel construction methods.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee development and maintenance of structural engineering applications.
  • Leverage structural engineering expertise to meet application objectives and standards.
  • Guide the application lifecycle from business case development to post-launch updates.
  • Analyze feedback for prioritizing improvements in application usability and functionality.
  • Facilitate cross-functional team communication as a structural engineering SME.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and ensure strategic alignment.
  • Drive internal enterprise tool optimization to enhance engineering workflows.

Benefits

  • Quarterly bonuses or commission based on company performance.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement contributions.
  • Employee stock purchase and bonus plans available.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, sick days, and additional leave for funerals and jury duty.
  • Education reimbursement and charitable contribution matching offered.
Full Job Description
YOU

As a Project Manager, Engineering Technology, you will play a pivotal role in managing diverse applications, enhancing workflows, and driving organizational efficiency, all while contributing to our mission to provide exceptional products and services.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Manage the Development and Lifecycle of Structural Engineering Applications (40%)
  • Oversee the development, enhancement, and maintenance of a diverse portfolio of applications, including simple selector tools, robust desktop software, integrated web platforms, and internal enterprise solutions.
  • Leverage your structural engineering expertise to ensure that each application meets business objectives, user needs, and technical standards.
  • Guide the application lifecycle from intake and business case development through quality assurance, launch, and post-launch updates, including patches and enhancements.
  • Continuously gather and analyze feedback to prioritize improvements, ensuring high usability, technical accuracy, and functionality.


Lead Cross-Functional Collaboration for Complex Projects (30%)
  • Act as the structural engineering SME to facilitate communication and alignment among cross-functional teams, delivering high-impact solutions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs, define project goals, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives across all application types.
  • Balance resource allocation and schedules to support simultaneous development and maintenance of multiple applications, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.


Streamline Internal Engineering Applications (30%)
  • Drive the creation, optimization, and deployment of internal enterprise tools to enhance the efficiency, organization, and innovation of engineering workflows.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline internal processes, leveraging your expertise to implement impactful and sustainable improvements.
  • Provide leadership in aligning internal tools with industry best practices to support long-term organizational success.


DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:
  • B.S. degree in STEM or equivalent experience in a related technical field (required).
  • Passing the NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam (preferred).
  • PMP Certification or equivalent project management experience (preferred).
  • Minimum 4 years of project management experience in engineering, software, or other technical projects.
  • Minimum 5 years of industry-related engineering experience in roles such as Designer, Design Engineer, Technician, or EIT.
  • Strong working knowledge of timber, concrete, and steel construction methods. Familiarity with Simpson Strong-Tie products is a plus.
  • Effective communication skills, including the ability to write reports, develop correspondence, and deliver presentations to customers and internal teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply technical knowledge and common sense to resolve complex issues.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain focus on quality outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering teamwork and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
  • A proactive mindset, showing initiative and creativity in identifying and implementing process improvements while managing associated risks intelligently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software and tools as needed.
  • Proficiency in JIRA and Confluence for project tracking and team collaboration.


TRAVEL REQUIRED

This job requires domestic/international travel, 15% of the time.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, exempt position will be located in a local branch or may work remotely.

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$84,400 - $135,000 / year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.

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REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.
  • Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
  • Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

About Simpson StrongTie Company

Simpson Strong-Tie Company is a leading manufacturer of structural connectors, fasteners, and other building products. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Pleasanton, California. Simpson Strong-Tie's products are used in a wide range of construction projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The company has a reputation for producing high-quality, reliable products that are designed to withstand the rigors of the construction process. Simpson Strong-Tie has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about Simpson StrongTie Company
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1956

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