Structural Engineer - Nashville Area

Company Background

Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity-enhancing solutions, including overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used across multiple industries worldwide.

Unlike a traditional consulting firm, WEMCO is a fully integrated manufacturer with in-house capabilities including engineering, machining, fabrication, welding, painting, assembly, testing, installation, and field service. As part of our engineering team, you'll see your designs become reality while collaborating directly with the people who build and install them.

Visit www.wemcoinc.com to learn more about our work.

Location - (Nashville, TN)

Applicants should reside in or near the Nashville metropolitan area to support occasional customer visits, project meetings, and travel as needed.

Job Purpose

WEMCO is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our growing Engineering team based in the Nashville, TN area. This position will provide structural design support on a project basis, as well as engineering leadership, technical expertise, and work direction to the project team. You will work under the direction of a Structural Engineer PE as part of a multi-disciplinary design and engineering team to support the manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of mechanized structural systems such as gantry and overhead bridge cranes. 

Working closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers, you will be responsible for developing practical, manufacturable solutions while collaborating with our manufacturing facilities and field service personnel throughout project execution.

Occasional travel to customer sites and WEMCO facilities will be required for project coordination, commissioning support, and engineering reviews.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess project requirements


• Provide conceptual structural design


• Estimate weights, members, and details for proposal preparation


• Design and evaluate structural systems using structural principles, software, building codes, and specifications


• Produce structural calculations and drawings


• Perform shop and field structural inspections


• Monitor budget and schedule during the design phase


• Actively participate in design reviews with clients, projects teams, and contractors


• Interface with the engineering team to coordinate structural systems with mechanical and electrical systems 


• Diagnose problems and design solutions to remedy project complications


• Interface with field personnel and purchasing to determine and obtain required materials


• Assist with creation of O&M manuals 


• Provide project status updates during internal and external project review meetings


• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal working relationships with others


• Be willing to travel for short periods of time to manage project assignments


• Be willing to study and learn relevant industry standards such as AWS, AISC, IBC, ANSI, ASME, and CMAA, as well as any other related specifications required for producing industry-accepted designs and equipment

Job Requirements:

• 2-5+ years of experience is preferred


• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil/Structural Engineering


• Understanding and use of structural analysis programs such as Risa 3D or STAAD Pro is required; proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS is preferred


• Experience with Autodesk Inventor is preferred

• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers, and suppliers


• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to complete tasks independently with minimal supervision


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Strong attention to detail 


• Must have good time management and prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines


• General aptitude for being hands-on and exposure to mechanical equipment is preferred


• Knowledge of fabrication techniques and machine shop experience is preferred


• Desire to solve complex structural design problems related to large machine design


• Must have, or have the ability to obtain a US Passport

Benefits

• Competitive Salary


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays


• Employee Referral Program


• Remote Work Flexibility


• Supplemental Insurance through Colonial Life


• Opportunities for Professional Development and Continuing Education


• Occasional Travel to Customer Sites and WEMCO Facilities

Join Our Team

If you're looking for an opportunity where your engineering work directly impacts the products being built—and where you'll collaborate with a talented team dedicated to innovation, quality, and customer success—we encourage you to apply.

At WEMCO, your designs don't sit on a shelf. They get built.