Engineer

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a Foundation Building Materials company, is a premier distributor and solutions provider for the commercial door and hardware industry across North America. With a focus on quality, service, and expertise, UDHG partners with contractors, builders, and architects to deliver comprehensive door, frame, and hardware solutions for a wide range of projects. Headquartered in New Jersey, UDHG operates with a strong presence across the United States, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our Core Values of Safety, Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence serve as the foundation of our success, driving superior service and trusted partnerships throughout the industry.

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), Engineers drive the design and development of hollow metal and wood door shop drawings while coordinating across teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency. By managing documentation and supporting project timelines, they play a key role in keeping work on track. This is more than a technical role, it’s a chance to make a lasting impact through precision and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Engineering Support     

• Assists with the research, design, and implementation of projects.
• Performs engineering project support functions.
• Conducts research to determine manufacturability, ease of assembly.
• Assists in review and creation of documentation.
• Assist management with “Research and Development” of new products and processes as needed.

2. Technical Design & Compliance        

• Researches and analyzes design proposals, specifications and applications regulations.
• Interprets Architectural Specifications and Blueprints in order to develop CAD based shop drawings for Architect’s review.
• Interacts with engineering team to assess compliance with plan specifications.
• Identifies causes of product process instability and recommends solutions.
• Ensures products and systems meet client/customer specifications and applicable building codes.

3. Project Coordination & Communication   

• Coordinates with the client and LIFD Project Manager to resolve issues and application contracts.
• Manages the release of material to the production facility to ensure efficiency and compliance with customers’ critical path expectations.
• Communicates project information among groups, departments, and units.
• Supports team members and ensures that established goals and deadlines are met.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain appropriate documentation
• Ensures that all project documentation is complete and current.
• Keeps superiors informed of significant problems and of progress in reaching established objectives.

5. Team Collaboration & Relationship Management

• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with area staff.

6. Safety

• Follow all safety protocols and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use proper lifting techniques.

7. Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift items no more than 50 lbs.
• Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned.

8. Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent with two years of additional computer training or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must have knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and contract specifications.
• AutoCAD (Required)

Compensation  

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base: $25-36 per hour
• Bonus: Not Eligible
• Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits

At UDHG, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources for assistance.
 
Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.