Structural Engineer - Fresher/ Middle level

ABOUT US

For more than 65 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has focused on creating structural products that help people build safer and stronger homes and buildings. Considered a leader in structural systems research, testing and innovation, Simpson Strong-Tie is one of the largest suppliers of structural building products in the world where we value all members and the creativity that individuals can bring to the workplace.
As one of subsidiaries of Simpson Strong-Tie group, Simpson Strong-Tie Vietnam is a 100% foreign invested company from the US and established in 2012 to provide No-Equal Engineering Services not only in constructions engineering, mechanical engineering but also software solutions. We work as a team, grow together with quality and customer-focused mindset, collaborative spirit in order to achieve the organizational goals.

BE A MAKER

At Simpson Strong-Tie, we've built a workplace where people are connected and engaged in creative thinking from day one throughout their careers.
When you think of the best a family has to offer — support, collaboration and respect — that's what we value at Simpson Strong-Tie. When there's a win, we'll cheer you on. When there's a snag, coworkers step in to help you out. Working on solutions together is just the way we do things here, and that creates an atmosphere that often feels like home.
At Simpson Strong-Tie, you'll find talented, passionate, dedicated, humble and genuinely kind people who are all connected by our shared mission — to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
It's this mission and our strong people-focused values that have made Simpson Strong-Tie a unique place to work for more than 60 years — a place where you can connect, create and build your career. We invite you to learn more about our culture and why our employees are our most loyal customers.

       

YOU

You want to be an important member of a strong team of other makers who take pride in their work and support each other. As a Structural Engineer (Product Development), you will be responsible for collaborating directly with our US/EU/Canada stakeholders to research and develop Simpson Strong-Tie products. If career growth is important to you, we not only know how to help you with that, it’s what we love to do: https://youtu.be/PUqzuWryYcU

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Support Product Research & Development (R&D)

• Design and develop product concepts and prototypes to support new product development for the concrete, light-frame wood, cold-formed steel, mass timber, and outdoor living markets, including model ideas, feasibility studies, Finite Element Analysis, testing coordination, design iteration and continuous improvement throughout the R&D lifecycle.

Product Calculation

• Provide engineering support for new and existing products, including product calculations, comparisons, and calculation templates.

Testing & Analysis

• Coordinate and support product testing activities, including test planning, test data analysis, and test reports.
• Perform engineering analysis to support product performance, durability, and reliability.

Design & Simulation

• Develop and support 3D CAD models, drawings, FEA, marketing and engineering data analysis in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Work with software teams to develop and maintain engineering software or web‑based tools used in product development and analysis.

Post‑Launch & Collaboration

• Create and maintain technical documents such as product catalogs, load tables, structural details and technical installation manuals.
• Provide technical support after product launch and support continuous product improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Vietnam teams and global stakeholders to complete assigned projects successfully.

Continuous Improvement

• Actively participate in continuous improvement by proposing practical ideas and contributing to technical tools and process improvements that enhance team efficiency.

Other tasks assigned by line manager.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. We welcome fresh graduates or candidates with 2-3 years of experience.
• Familiarity with IBC, ACI-318 and ASCE-7 codes is a plus
• Familiarity with VBA for Excel is a plus
• Experience or coursework in CAD modeling (AutoCAD or similar software preferred).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with local and global teams.
• Creative and innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ideas to improve products, testing methods, or engineering tools.
• English proficiency equivalent to Level B2 of the CEFR or above (TOEIC 700, or IELTS 6.0)
• Having passion in general engineering, structural designs or research fields is an advantage.

HERE IS WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive salary with 100% SHUI applied salary during probation
• 13th month salary, Performance Bonus, Salary review annually
• Opportunity to be on site in the USA
• Chance to collaborate and work with our global stakeholders
• We provide employee training & development to enhance skills set and competencies
• Premium health care program for you + one of your beloved ones, Annual medical check-up
• 14 vacation days and Christmas Day (25/12) per year
• Benefits for special holidays (Birthday, Marriage, Women’s Day, Tet Holidays, Mid-Autumn, Newborn babies, International Children ‘s Day…)
• Social Activities, Sports Clubs, Team-building events, Year-End party are carried out on a regular basis
• Young, friendly, quality and result oriented working environment under team-work spirit
• Compliance fully to Vietnam Labor Code

Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Vietnam Company Limited