Job Information
Fabcon Precast Structural Engineer, Preconstruction - Data Centers in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Description
Job Title: Preconstruction Engineer - Data Center
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Chief Engineer
Job Summary
The Preconstruction Engineer - Data Center supports sales and business development by demonstrating the advantages of Fabcon’s precast concrete systems to architects, engineers, contractors, and owners.
Reviews engineering documents and develops preliminary layout concepts to support pricing, estimating, and production feasibility.
Serves as the Professional Engineer (PE) reviewer and signatory for Mission Critical and Data Center projects.
Success is measured by technical accuracy, customer confidence, successful project conversions, and effective collaboration with sales, estimating, and engineering teams.
Objectives and Key Outcomes
Provide technical expertise during sales pursuits to support successful conversion of Mission Critical and Data Center projects.
Develop accurate preliminary panel layouts and engineering concepts that support estimating and manufacturing feasibility.
Serve as the responsible PE reviewer and signatory ensuring compliance with structural engineering standards and company requirements.
Collaborate with estimating, sales, and preconstruction teams to ensure clear scope definition and constructible project designs.
Support innovation and continuous improvement by recommending new products, engineering approaches, or system enhancements.
Competencies
Business Insight
Customer Focus
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Drives Results
Optimizes Work Processes
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with focus in Structural Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in structural engineering, architecture, or construction.
Strong understanding of precast concrete systems including Versacore Pro and composite wall panel product lines.
Ability to analyze prestressed concrete members and perform preliminary sizing during pricing or concept development.
Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Ability to navigate and contribute to 3D models and digital design tools.
Strong communication and presentation skills to educate customers on the benefits of precast systems.
Working Conditions
Primary work environment is office-based with occasional remote work flexibility.
Travel less than 10% for customer meetings, site visits, and industry events.
Occasional visits to manufacturing plants and construction sites.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in designated plant and construction areas.
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