Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: Entry Level Engineer

Skills used and Developed:

The primary responsibility of this position is to support our international producing network. In doing so, the engineer will use a variety of skills that they may possess and will also be taught and improved upon by the existing team at Allan Block. “Typical” design engineering duties exist as outlined below, but most of the duties will rely on communication skills, project management and training. No prior experience is required as we provide training to assist in developing the specific skills required to bring value to the company and our customers. Some of the many skills that we will help you develop or enhance upon what you already have are:

• Learning specific design skills to deal with Site Solution Problems. Collectively we will work to make you an expert in our industry.
• Developing and working with software programs to assist in minimizing repetitive processes and capturing critical data to manage opportunities and growth.
• Calling on/developing new contacts and growing business with existing engineers and specifiers throughout North America.
• Working with and assisting the engineering team move specific initiatives forward while also supporting our producing/partnering network in a professional manner.
• Provide preliminary structural designs for geotextile reinforced segmental block retaining walls, and steel reinforced segmental block fences.
• Act as a technical consultant to provide design and construction assistance to the national/international user community of engineers, contractors, manufacturers, and homeowners.
• Public speaking in training and presentation settings with different customer groups including engineers, contractors, manufacturers and homeowners.
• Participate in special projects as needed. These projects include website and software development, marketing and business planning, and new product research and improvement.
• Use of the following software (previous knowledge not required): Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Mathcad Prime 10, AB Walls 15, ReSSA+, MSEW, Vespa, SRwalls, Microsoft SQL.

REQUIREMENTS: Must have good communication skills for an extensive interface with technical and non-technical customers. The ideal candidate feels the need to meet and exceed goals and has a do whatever it takes attitude. We are looking for someone with an outgoing personality, the desire for professional growth opportunities and one who can combine technical skills with an energetic disposition to sell solutions. Completing a bachelor’s degree in engineering is required and previous job experience is recommended, but not required.

The Engineer will enjoy:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Progressive and challenging environment
• Professional Development Opportunities

 

Company Description

ABOUT US: Allan Block Corporation is an international licensor of patented building materials in the field of dry-stack, interlocking concrete blocks. We service our network of exclusive, licensed manufacturers from our headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota. We have developed products for retaining walls and sound barriers, and we continue to branch into new areas of the industry. From residential landscaping to major commercial developments, our company offers assistance to customers throughout North America and in 15 countries overseas.

At Allan Block we believe the AB abbreviation stands for “Always Better”. Current employees describe the company as dedicated, distinct, advantageous, challenging, rewarding, collaborative and casual. The company is looking for the right person to join the sales support department as we continue our position as an industry leader.

Employees that become part of the Allan Block team can expect a wide variety of duties. To learn more about Allan Block Corporation, please visit our website at '

Company Description

ABOUT US: Allan Block Corporation is an international licensor of patented building materials in the field of dry-stack, interlocking concrete blocks. We service our network of exclusive, licensed manufacturers from our headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota. We have developed products for retaining walls and sound barriers, and we continue to branch into new areas of the industry. From residential landscaping to major commercial developments, our company offers assistance to customers throughout North America and in 15 countries overseas.\r\n\r\nAt Allan Block we believe the AB abbreviation stands for “Always Better”. Current employees describe the company as dedicated, distinct, advantageous, challenging, rewarding, collaborative and casual. The company is looking for the right person to join the sales support department as we continue our position as an industry leader.\r\n\r\nEmployees that become part of the Allan Block team can expect a wide variety of duties. To learn more about Allan Block Corporation, please visit our website at '

Job Tags

For contractors, Casual work, Overseas,

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