Remote Engineer 3

Company Description

Who We Are

If you’ve ever worked with one of our industry leading brand teams, then you already know how well we listen to you, solve your problems and bring you better solutions. Now imagine having this same kind of trusted relationship with a team of experts in other building areas: windows, siding, stone, metal buildings, and metal roofing and wall solutions. This is why Cornerstone Building Brands was built. We became the multi-category leader so our customers can experience the same consistent level of partnership and leadership across numerous building categories. 

Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, servicing commercial, residential and repair and remodel markets. We’re the #1 manufacturer of vinyl siding, windows and metal accessories as well as North America’s top choice in metal roofing, and wall systems. 

 

With an expansive product offering and more than 30 locations across the country, Our Canadian Division is uniquely positioned to enhance the value we provide to our partners and customers. We’re committed to providing high-quality exterior building solutions that our customers and communities can count on. Our building solutions are the cornerstone of the communities we serve. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play. 

Why Join Our Team  

Our employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on our success while pursuing a wide range of opportunities to meet your personal aspirations for development and advancement within a stable, growing Canadian industry leader. 

What You Can Expect from our Company  

• You will be Part of a Winning Team 

• You Can Capitalize on Your Opportunities and Make an Impact 

• You Will Be Well Rewarded for Your Contributions to our Success 

• You’ll work for a growing company with an excellent reputation in our sector for providing great products and customer service 

• Competitive and tangible rewards that provide fair compensation relative to expectations and effort including base earnings, benefits for you and your family, and contributions toward your retirement savings 

• Additional performance-based compensation depending on your role Resources and support to help you manage your personal wellness 

What the Company Expects of our Team  

• Bring yourself fully to work each day 

• Playing your role on the team so together we Win as One 

• Welcoming and Driving Change to support our continued evolution 

• Help drive the success of our Canadian Business through living our universal core values 

• Making an Impact to ensure our continued success

 

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Provide neat, accurate, easy-to-follow designs that meet code requirements, manufacturing restraints and system deadlines that result in least cost, easy to erect building systems that meet the customer’s needs and company procedures. Building upon foundational engineering experience, this mid-level role involves greater responsibility in project coordination, design optimization, and mentoring of junior engineers. Engineers are expected to independently manage moderately complex projects, ensuring designs meet structural code requirements, manufacturing standards, and customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, managing individual projects from start to finish while meeting critical deadlines.
• Good understanding of structural engineering principles, with the ability to apply and adapt company design standards to unique and custom-building conditions.
• Proficiency in using structural design software and a willingness to continuously expand technical knowledge, particularly in the customization of tools for non-standard applications.
• Generate design packages, review drawings and material lists.
• Adhere to project schedules, effectively managing shifting priorities and last-minute revisions to maintain on-time delivery.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional team members to promptly identify, escalate, and resolve design challenges.
• Coordinate with drafting, estimating, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and efficiency.
• Exercise sound engineering judgment to ensure public safety, balancing efficiency with appropriate design conservatism.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the broader project lifecycle and remain flexible in contributing beyond core responsibilities when necessary.
• Ability to mentor and review the work of junior engineers to ensure accuracy and adherence to design standards.
• Manage multiple project schedules and adjust to shifting priorities while maintaining design quality.
• Identify opportunities for design improvements and cost reduction through innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with demonstrated competence in structural design and code compliance.
• Seal and sign calculations and/or drawings in various state jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to design metal buildings of medium to high complexity, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to customer specifications.
• Consistently drives productivity improvements while maintaining high standards of accuracy and completeness, with a focus on reducing manufacturing and drafting costs and enhancing efficiency and overall customer value.
• Capable of managing projects through all phases—from initial design through final project completion—ensuring coordination across departments.
• Skilled in balancing and prioritizing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Provides technical oversight, reviews work, and mentors junior engineers to support professional development and maintain quality standards.

• Strong knowledge in design standards and design software.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.

EDUCATION/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineering (PE or SE) Licensure
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in metal building design or structural engineering.
• Proficient in structural design and modeling software (e.g., RISA, STAAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

Additional Information

Cornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.