Division 8 Senior Engineer / Detailer

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), the Senior Engineer independently prepares detailed material submittals for review by the project architect or design professional to confirm compliance with the project plans, specifications, and the project contract prior to ordering material. This is a senior level position, and the role will only be assigned to complex or significant projects at the Company.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Coordination

• Keeps projects on schedule to meet submittal deadlines
• Establishes and manages projects within detailing software
• Analyzes project scope with Sales/Estimating teams to determine viable products and submittals
• Communicates regularly with Project Managers (PMs), Sales, and Engineering to ensure alignment
• Updates project status throughout the detailing phase

2. Submittals & Documentation

• Independently prepares and completes compliant project submittals per company directives, plans, specifications, and contracts
• Maintains project folders and documentation in accordance with company procedures
• Communicates submittal completion to Engineering Assistant to initiate next process steps

3. Technical Review & Engineering

• Develops and maintains expertise in building codes, product certifications, door opening applications, and detailing software
• Reviews engineering scope notes with PM team after detailing
• Identifies conflicts in project documents and documents cost impacts or savings in project software
• Forwards issues requiring RFIs to the PM for resolution

4. Cost Management & Value Engineering

• Develops and maintains expertise in building codes, product certifications, door opening applications, and detailing software
• Reviews engineering scope notes with PM team after detailing
• Identifies conflicts in project documents and documents cost impacts or savings in project software
• Forwards issues requiring RFIs to the PM for resolution

5. Problem Solving & Customer Support

• Resolves customer issues using independent business judgment and discretion
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by management

6. Miscellaneous

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

Qualifications

• College degree preferred in Construction Mgmt., Architecture or related field can be substituted for experience requirement
• Two to four years in door and hardware industry or related trade
• Strong competency in computer software and project knowledge
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills

Reports To

VP of Engineering

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.

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
• A career path designed with you in mind

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.