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Job Summary
Responsible for routine engineering work requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities
Performs duties as assigned by Engineer Manager or Senior Application Engineer.
Performs structural engineering calculations as they relate to the application products.
Prepares Bills of Material.
Performs Application Engineering Functions.
Visits job sites.
Assist Account Managers in sales efforts.
Nature and Scope
Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.
Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor.
May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel.
Work Environment
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking and/or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
Education and Experience
Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Must be proficient in AutoCAD.
Experience in reading blueprints.
Prefer experience in using structural analysis software for simple beam and column elements structure is a plus.
Prefer experience in structural engineering as it relates to either steel, cast-in-place concrete, precast or tilt construction.
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Skills Required
- BS/BA in a related discipline (or MS/MA with less experience)
- 0-2 years of related experience (or MS/MA with 0-1 year)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Certification may be required in some areas
- Experience reading blueprints
- Experience using structural analysis software for simple beam and column elements
- Experience in structural engineering related to steel, cast-in-place concrete, precast, or tilt construction
White Cap Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about White Cap and has not been reviewed or approved by White Cap.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include vacation, paid holidays, sick time, a wellness day, and parental leave, with flexibility to take time when needed. Some roles follow Monday–Friday schedules without weekends, supporting work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings are supported by a 401(k) with employer matching contributions. This complements other financial programs like HSAs/FSAs to strengthen overall financial security.
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Flexible Benefits — The package spans medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability, HSAs/FSAs, and an EAP, alongside options like legal and identity protection. Tuition and adoption reimbursements add flexibility for different life stages.
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What We Do
White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one-stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non-residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets. White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 10,500 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com
