Structural Engineer In Training Jobs in Tacoma, WA

Weyerhaeuser is leading the world's structural frame market with innovative products, systems, and services for use in a variety of residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We're looking for people who can contribute, grow, think, and create. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards results. Our associates are the real reason we've been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world. Our vision is to develop superior sustainable solutions for the world and our focus is as much on building our people as on building the business. We are committed to creating an environment for associates that value safety, integrity, citizenship and innovation. We seek out achievers, with leadership potential. In return, we offer a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and outstanding career development.

Background:

As an industry leading manufacturer of engineered wood products, the Weyerhaeuser Product Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring code compliance and supporting the specification and application of Weyerhaeuser engineered wood products. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of a diverse team of engineers primarily dividing their time on product engineering issues that include resolving technical field questions, preparing code evaluation submittal documents, supporting industry activities and developing product specification literature and structural design software. Other engineering responsibilities will include supporting laboratory experiments and product manufacturing activities.

The successful candidate is one who displays a can-do attitude in a dynamic work environment, is a creative self-starter that enjoys learning and problem solving, prides themselves on accuracy of work, and strives to create an injury-free high productivity environment. A team player with strong inter-personal skills is essential. This position is located in Federal Way, WA and may require some limited travel as dictated by assignments.

Key Functions:

• Actively participate in a safety-driven workplace culture 

• Work independently or under the supervision of engineers:

  • Developing product literature and software design specifications, 

  • Resolving technical field problems 

  • Preparing code evaluation submittal documentation 

  • Supporting test laboratory by developing experiment plans, witnessing testing and writing technical reports 

  • Manufacturing activities such as reviewing QA data and conducting plant audits

• Engineer-in-training certification 
• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited institution required 
• Critical thinker with a desire to become an integral part of our team 
• Highly motivated and organized individual who excels in a dynamic team environment 
• Goal-oriented attention to detail and deadlines 
• Willingness to safely participate in a results-based culture 
• Strong communication and analytical skills 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint 
• Functional knowledge of AutoCAD or related drafting software preferred 
• Functional knowledge of Visual Basic macro development in Excel preferred

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

What We Offer:

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $69,300-$113,500 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5-7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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