Manage the national and regional certifications for Structural Solutions and OSB products. Work closely with the Technology and Innovation teams to ensure product designs will meet building code requirements. Collaborate with the Legal and Marketing teams on product literature and product warranty reviews. Provide support for internal and external customers in solving design issues. Actively represent LP at the pertinent organizations to ensure our products remain aligned with building codes and product and test standards. Accomplish goals in support of the OSB business strategy.
In this position you will have the opportunity to: Ability to effectively represent LP at codes, standards and evaluation organizations in the US and Canada, such as: US: APA, ASTM, AWC, ICC, ICC-ES, Intertek, UL Canada: CCMC, CWC, FPInnovations, NRC, ULC Obtain and maintain national and, as needed, regional certifications for LP products. Provide technical product support to internal and external customers. Provide technical review of marketing assets. Collaborate with Legal to develop and maintain product warranties. Strong math and computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use common construction tools for fabrication of various small- and large-scale test specimens (walls, roofs, floors). Tools used include hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, etc.), pneumatic nailer, circular and table saw, drill, etc. What do I need to be successful? 10 years’ experience in design and/or construction of residential and/or commercial structures, in the manufacturing of engineered wood products or in related fields. Working knowledge of US building codes related to structural design and fire-resistant construction. Familiarity with building envelope requirements (water-resistive barriers, air barriers, insulation, etc.) desirable. Familiarity with Canadian codes desirable. Familiar with code-referenced design and product standards for wood products, such as: AWC design standards: NDS, SDPWS, WFCM, FDS US DOC Product Standard PS 2 ASTM test standards under committees: D07 Wood, E05 Fire, E06 Performance of Buildings Education Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Advanced degree desirable. Emphasis on Structural Engineering preferred. Familiarity with wood as an engineering material, desirable. Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license Work Environment Home office and manufacturing environment Moderate travel required.
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We do this through offering:
Wellness Solutions
- Physical wellness through competitive health benefits
- Financial wellness through retirement matching, profit sharing and bonus opportunities at all levels
- Mental wellness through free counseling opportunities, prioritizing work-life balance and a generous PTO policy
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- Team member safety & well being
- Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging
- Recognition for employees through rewards system
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- Continued education assistance available
- Professional development resources for continual growth
- Career pathing and leadership advancement
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- Volunteerism and financial support for charities and educational facilities in our local communities
About LP:
We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.