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Temporary Structures Engineer

United Rentals
  • Lafayette, IN
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

    If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

    At United Rentals, we are a leading national provider of engineered temporary and semi-permanent fabric structures. Our structures are used for various applications such as breakrooms, warehouses, and fabrication facilities across industries such as construction, industrial, sports, military, and disaster relief. As a Project Engineer at United Rentals, you will have the chance to directly engage with clients and oversee projects nationwide. We are seeking someone who presents themselves well, possesses keen attention to detail, and finds fulfillment in achieving success for themselves and others. If you crave a fresh challenge or desire to be part of a thriving organization, seize the opportunity and become a valued member of our team.

    What you'll do:

    • Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, objectives, and constraints. Develop detailed project scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation and create project plans in AutoCAD
    • Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including CAD drawings, specifications, change orders, and progress reports. Keep project stakeholders informed of key milestones, risks, and challenges
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and logistics, to ensure seamless project execution. Coordinate with subcontractors and external vendors to manage project deliverables and resolve any issues that may arise
    • Obtain the necessary permits and approvals for projects. Prepare and submit applications, coordinate with authorities, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
    • Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure that projects meet the highest standards. Perform inspection and address any non-conformities to ensure adherence to design and safety requirements
    • Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on construction sites. Conduct regular safety audits, ensure compliance with safety regulations including OSHA, and address any safety concerns promptly


    Requirements:

    • Bachelor's Degree in architectural, civil engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
    • Strong proficiency in CAD, 3D Modeling, and other relevant design software
    • 4+ years of experience as a Project Engineer, Civil Engineer, or related field
    • Experience with permitting, building codes, and zoning regulations (preferred)
    • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
    • Professional Engineer (PE) or architectural licenses (preferred)
    • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (preferred; training provided)
    • Valid driver's licenses with clean driving record
    • Project engineering: 4 years (Preferred)


    This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.
    Why join us?

    We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

    • Paid Parental Leave
    • United Compassion Fund
    • Employee Discount Program
    • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
    • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
    • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
    • Paid Sick Leave
    • An inclusive and welcoming culture


    Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

    For Canadian benefits, click here

    United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.

    At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.

    United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLafayette, IN
    IndustryRental Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttp://www.unitedrentals.com

    About Company

    Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with a store network nearly three times the size of any other provider, and locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Building a better future is our commitment to the people and communities we serve. United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,186 rental locations in North America and 11 in Europe. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 18,500 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 3,800 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $14.18 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com. Our Customers Our diverse customer base includes construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and independent contractors. Most of our customers align with three categories: approximately 50% are non-construction, such as industrial; 46% are non-residential construction; and 4% are residential. We provide every customer with access to the best people, equipment and solutions in the industry. Our Mission Deploy the best people, equipment and solutions to enable our customers to safely build a better and stronger future. Our Values Safety First Act, and require others to act, in a manner that puts the safety of our employees, customers and communities first. A Passion For People Build a diverse workplace that challenges all employees to grow professionally and embrace teamwork. Visible Leadership Lead by example in every business decision and action, with a sense of humility and responsibility. Customer-Driven Support the best interests of our customers and develop better ways for them to succeed at their jobs. Absolute Integrity Always do the right thing, honor commitments and ensure appropriate corporate governance. Community-Minded Be an outstanding corporate citizen and a good neighbor in every sense by being helpful, respectful, law-abiding and friendly. Continuous Innovation Contribute to a culture of innovative thinking that empowers employees to improve quality, efficiency and customer service. Sustainability Engage in practices that lead to positive change by encouraging social accountability and environmental responsibility.

    Skills

    • 3D Modelingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Architectural Engineeringunmatched
    • Architectural Servicesunmatched
    • Auditingunmatched
    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Building Codesunmatched
    • Building Permitsunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
    • Civil Engineeringunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Safetyunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Delivery Managementunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Equipment Rentalsunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Professional Engineerunmatched
    • Progress Reportsunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Estimatesunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Planningunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project Trackingunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Rentalsunmatched
    • Resource Managementunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Sales Operationsunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Zoningunmatched

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