Structural Design Engineer for Residential & Commercial Permit Drawings | Long-Term Remote Position

Posted 4 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Structural Design Engineer to support our growing portfolio of residential and light commercial projects across the United States. The ideal candidate has experience producing structural calculations, framing plans, and permit-ready construction documents while ensuring compliance with U.S. building codes. Responsibilities: Develop structural designs for residential and commercial buildings Prepare foundation, framing, and connection details Perform gravity, wind, and seismic load calculations Create permit-ready structural drawing packages Coordinate with architects, drafters, and project managers Revise drawings based on client and municipality review comments Deliver high-quality work within agreed deadlines Requirements: Strong knowledge of ACI 318, ASCE 7, IBC, AISC, and NDS Proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD, or Revit Experience with U.S. residential and commercial projects Ability to produce accurate engineering calculations and detailed drawings Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously What We Offer: Competitive project-based compensation Ongoing remote work opportunities Flexible working schedule Consistent workflow with long-term potential Collaborative and professional team environment Opportunity to work on a wide range of structural engineering projects Please submit your resume, portfolio, and examples of permit-ready structural drawings or engineering calculations with your application

  • $10.00

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  • Expert
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  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Autodesk AutoCAD
Architectural Design
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:3 days ago
  • Hires:
    1
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
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  • Unanswered invites:
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About the client
Member since Sep 28, 2025
  • United States Minor Outlying Islands
    New York10:29 AM
  • $4K total spent
    216 hires, 15 active
  • 99 hours

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