Mechanical Flush Engineer - Fluid Solutions
WFA Digital Insight
United Rentals’ Trench Safety division needs a senior engineer who can bridge the gap between structural design and on‑site practicality. The Mechanical Flush Engineer will craft site‑specific shoring plans, sign off sealed drawings, and translate field conditions into safe, code‑compliant solutions. What sets this role apart is the blend of engineering rigor—AISC, OSHA 1926 Subpart P, and geotechnical interpretation—with a commercial edge: supporting sales reps, quoting projects, and driving revenue for multiple profit centers. Candidates must be comfortable juggling independent design work, client interaction, and the regulatory nuances of different states, all while operating from a remote office. The position’s safety‑sensitive label underscores the critical impact of accurate calculations and clear communication on real‑world excavation projects.
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! As a Sr. Engineer, you will be responsible for the engineering support of multiple profit centers within the Trench Safety Division. You will be dedicated to meeting Trench Safety engineering needs of contractors, industrial and commercial companies, and in doing so, drive profitable engineering revenue for the Division and Company. What you'll do: Evaluate site conditions and design safe, effective, and structurally-sound shoring systems that promote jobsite efficiency and practicality in the field Provide sealed/stamped site specific plans including trench/excavation shoring design drawings and supporting calculations Ensure engineering drawings and plans are accurate and meet applicable engineering design standards and Federal State specific OSHA requirements Educate as necessary and provide engineering support to Trench Safety sales representatives in providing quotes to customers Estimate project costs and prepare proposals for customers Obtain and/or maintain current NCEES record for the purpose of securing professional licenses in multiple states Other duties assigned as needed
Requirements
B. S. in mechanical, structural or civil engineering, or related engineering field and Professional Engineering (PE) designation 5-10 years experience as a licensed engineer in a structural or geotechnical engineering environment Familiarity with AISC ASD or LRFD Knowledge of basic structural engineering analysis and design standards Familiarity with basic soil properties, testing procedures, and interpretation of geotechnical data Proficient in the OSHA Excavation Standard 1926 Subpart P. and related standards Experience with Autocad, Mathcad, MS Office (Word and Excel) Ability to work independently and in a team environment Effectively work with customers and sales reps to conceptually plan and negotiate shoring system designs Strong organizational skills and attention to detail This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures. FRENCH DESCRIPTION Si vous souhaitez avoir la chance de faire votre marque auprès du plus grand fournisseur de location d'équipement au monde, venez construire votre avenir avec United Rentals ! En tant qu'ingénieur senior, vous serez responsable de développer des solutions d'ingénierie sécuritaires et adaptées en ouvrages temporaires pour supporter plusieurs succursales du département d’étançonnement. Vous vous consacrerez à répondre aux besoins d'ingénierie des entrepreneurs en génie civil, des entreprises industrielles et commerciales, en générant des revenus d'ingénierie rentables pour la spécialité d’étançonnement et pour United Rentals. Ce que vous ferez : Évaluer les conditions des chantiers et concevoir des systèmes de soutènement temporaire sûrs, efficaces et structurellement solides qui favorisent l'efficacité et la praticité du chantier. Fournir des plans spécifiques au chantier signés/scellés par un ingénieur professionnel (Ordre des Ingénieurs) y compris les dessins de conception de soutènement/excavations et les notes de calculs pour appuyer les plans. S'assurer que les dessins et plans techniques sont exacts et répondent aux normes de conception technique applicables et aux exigences des provinces. Former si nécessaire et fournir un soutien technique aux représentants du département d’étançonnement pour fournir des devis aux clients. Estimer les coûts des projets et préparer les propositions pour les clients Obtenir et/ou maintenir des licences professionnelles dans plusieurs provinces Autres tâches assignées selon les besoins Exigences: Bilingue (français/anglais) Titre d'ingénieur professionnel (OIQ, OIO, AIGNB, etc.) en Civil - Ouvrages temporaires, ou dans un domaine d'ingénierie connexe 5 à 10 ans d'expérience en tant qu'ingénieur agréé dans un environnement d'ingénierie structurelle ou géotechnique Familiarité avec les codes et normes canadiens, notamment : CSA W59:24, CSA S16:24, NBC-2020, CSA A23.3:24. Connaissance des normes de base en matière d'analyse technique des structures et de conception. Familiarité avec les propriétés de base, les procédures d'essai et l'interprétation des données géotechniques. Maîtrise de la norme d'excavation des différentes législations provinciales Expérience avec Autocad, Mathcad, MS Office (Word et Excel) Capacité à travailler de manière indépendante et en équipe Travailler efficacement avec les clients et les représentants des succursales pour planifier et négocier la conception des systèmes de soutènement temporaire. Solides compétences organisationnelles et souci du détail Conformément aux politiques et procédures de United Rentals, ce poste est considéré comme sensible du point de vue de la sécurité. 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 rewarding career. 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.How to Stand Out
- Highlight specific projects where you designed shoring systems and include calculation excerpts in your portfolio.
- Ensure your PE license information and NCEES record are current; reference the states where you hold licensure.
- Demonstrate Excel expertise by showcasing cost‑estimation models or formulas you built for previous employers.
- Prepare to discuss how you interpret geotechnical reports and apply AISC LRFD principles during the interview.
- Ask about the remote collaboration tools and expectations for virtual team meetings to show your readiness for a distributed workflow.
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