Division 8 Engineer

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is a premier provider of commercial door frame and architectural hardware solutions serving customers across North America. UDHG supports a wide range of construction and architectural projects delivering specialized expertise professional installation and reliable service to commercial institutional and multi-family markets.

As part of Foundation Building Materials (FBM) a leading construction materials distribution company UDHG operates within a broader organization that combines scale specialty expertise and a customer-first mindset. Together FBM and UDHGs 8000 team members are committed to operational excellence innovation and employee development. As the organization continues to grow and evolve we are investing in strong forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) Engineers drive the design and development of hollow metal and wood door shop drawings while coordinating across teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency. By managing documentation and supporting project timelines they play a key role in keeping work on track. This is more than a technical role its a chance to make a lasting impact through precision and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Engineering Support

• Assists with the research design and implementation of projects
• Performs engineering project support functions
• Conducts research to determine manufacturability ease of assembly
• Assists in review and creation of documentation
• Assist management with Research and Development of new products and processes as needed

1. Technical Design & Compliance

• Researches and analyzes design proposals specifications and applications regulations
• Interprets Architectural Specifications and Blueprints in order to develop CAD based shop drawings for Architects review
• Interacts with engineering team to assess compliance with plan specifications
• Identifies causes of product process instability and recommends solutions
• Ensures products and systems meet client/customer specifications and applicable building codes

1. Project Coordination & Communication

• Coordinates with the client and LIFD Project Manager to resolve issues and application contracts
• Manages the release of material to the production facility to ensure efficiency and compliance with customers critical path expectations
• Communicates project information among groups departments and units
• Supports team members and ensures that established goals and deadlines are met

1. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain appropriate documentation
• Ensures that all project documentation is complete and current
• Keeps superiors informed of significant problems and of progress in reaching established objectives

1. Team Collaboration & Relationship Management

• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication coordination and working relationships with area staff

1. Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stated areas of Safety Customer Focus Teamwork Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent with two years of additional computer training or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
• Must have knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and contract specifications
• AutoCAD (Required)

Reports To

VP of Engineering

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience qualifications and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits

At UDHG were committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
• A career path designed with you in mind

Equal Opportunity Employer

Unified Door & Hardware Group a Foundation Building Materials company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals including those with accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws we ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Unified Door & Hardware Group a Foundation Building Materials company is an Equal opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability status genetics veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days starting on the initial post date reflected above.