Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.As an Engineer at United Rentals, you will be responsible for the engineering support of multiple profit centers within the Trench Safety Division. You will be dedicated to meeting Trench Safety engineering needs of contractors, industrial and commercial companies, and in doing so, drive profitable engineering revenue for the Division and Company.If you would enjoy the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, consider a future with United Rentals. We'll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right. You will also be supported by a strong management team that will help you achieve your goals.Additional duties include the following:
Create shoring, shielding, and other structural support systems for site-specific trench and excavation projects
Produce shoring design plans and supporting calculations for trench/excavation projects throughout assigned locations
Evaluate site conditions and design safe, effective, and structurally-sound shoring systems that promote jobsite efficiency and practicality in the field
Ensure engineering drawings and plans are accurate and meet applicable engineering design standards and Federal State specific OSHA requirements
Assess situations that arise during field installation and recommend corrective actions
Educate as necessary and provide engineering support to Trench Safety sales representatives in providing quotes to customers
Estimate project costs and prepare proposals for customers
Other duties assigned as needed
Job Requirements:
B. S. in mechanical, structural or civil engineering, or related engineering field
2+ years experience as a degreed engineer with a structural or geotechnical engineering concentration
Certified as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)/Engineering Intern (EI) or has met eligibility requirements
Familiarity with AISC ASD or LRFD
Familiarity with basic structural engineering analysis and design standards
Familiarity with basic soil properties, testing procedures, and interpretation of geotechnical data
Proficient in the OSHA Excavation Standard 1926 Subpart P. and related standards
Experience with Autocad, Mathcad, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
Must be able to effectively work independently, as well as within a team environment
Must be able to effectively work with customers and sales representatives to conceptually plan and negotiate shoring system designs
Strong organizational skills and fine attention to detail
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.Why join us?We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
Paid Parental Leave
United Compassion Fund (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)
Employee Discount Program
Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
Paid Sick Leave
An inclusive and welcoming culture (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/diversity)
Learn more about our full US benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/) here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture. United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [email protected] for assistance.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.