Structural Engineer Leader

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I you become part of that story.

O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people.

Job Description

This is a hybrid position based in Perrysburg, Ohio.

We are seeking a Structural Engineering Leader to support civil and structural design efforts for furnace rebuilds and related capital projects across glass container manufacturing facilities in North America. This role plays a critical part in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective engineering solutions while partnering closely with internal teams and external engineering firms. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to lead complex projects from concept through execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply broad knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles, including design development and drawing review processes
• Ensure designs meet all applicable engineering codes, standards, and permitting requirements, with consideration for the unique demands of glass manufacturing environments
• Design structural systems and components, including furnace supports, equipment foundations, building modifications, and site infrastructure (roadways, drainage, rail, and security structures)
• Partner with project managers and engineering teams to develop complete construction packages, including scopes of work, cost estimates, specifications, and technical documentation
• Lead and coordinate third-party engineering firms to ensure deliverables align with project scope, timelines, and quality expectations
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, and technical specifications
• Facilitate collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction teams to support on-time, on-budget project delivery
• Identify and resolve design challenges through effective cross-functional communication
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, design guides, and best practices
• Travel to manufacturing facilities and vendor sites as needed to support project execution

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited program required)
• Minimum of 5 years of structural design experience
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license, or ability to obtain, preferred
• Strong understanding of structural analysis fundamentals, including gravity systems and lateral force-resisting systems (wind and seismic)
• Experience with structural materials and design methods, including:• Structural steel
• Reinforced and unreinforced concrete
• Load-bearing and non-load-bearing masonry

• Familiarity with U.S. building codes and structural standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and structural analysis tools such as RISA 3D, RISA Foundation, and TEDDS
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Project management experience preferred
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Travel: 10- 20%

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range:  The expected salary range for this position will be between $90,000- $100,000.  Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. 

O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:

• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Health, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
• Generous insurance discounts with participation in Company wellness program
• Wellness incentive where you can earn money for your HSA or HRA
• Group life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance
• Parental leave benefits
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with defined contributions

O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].