Western Steel’s Engineering Department utilizes the latest Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to create and execute exceptional designs for pre-engineered, hybrid, and structural steel building projects.
Structural Steel Building Design & Engineering Services
- Provide structural engineering design services for the “Primary Structural System”
- Establish and provide design criteria for products, materials and elements of the Primary Structural System which are generally designed by manufacturers, fabricators or suppliers. This includes, but is not limited to items such as cold formed metal framing, steel joists, joist girders, concrete, etc.
- Design scope of work; concrete footings foundation and slabs, rebar design, structural columns, beams, bracing, angle stairs, railings and detailed connections. The design to be in accordance to AISC design and applicable building codes as required.
- Perform Engineering and Design of Structural shell and Concrete by a licensed engineer registered in job site state.

Heinere Ah-Sha
Executive Engineering Manager
Executive Engineering Manager
Heinere leads the structural engineering division, which is comprised of the Conventional Structural Steel and PEMB teams. We ensure efficient and effective project execution. As the Executive Engineering Manager, Heinere guides, mentors, and supports team members, coordinates their work, and assigns projects. Heinere manages projects from start to finish, participating in planning, coordinating with clients, and overseeing progress to meet standards and deadlines. Heinere works directly with with the PEMB Engineering Manager to ensure the PEMB Engineering Team receives the support it requires.
Heinere holds a B.S. in Civil and Environmental degree from Utah State University, and a M.S. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Nevada Reno. He is professionally licensed as a Civil Engineer in several states, and is an active member of the Utah Structural Engineers Association, American Institute of Steel Construction, the American Society of Civil Engineers, and the International Code Council.