Code Compliance Engineer

Powell•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Code Compliance Engineer ensures that buildings, structures, and systems meet applicable building codes and regulations. The role reviews structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering drawing packages and construction documents, and provides guidance to engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, development, design, and operations teams. The engineer interprets building codes, tracks changes to state and federal requirements, and recommends actions that support safety, structural integrity, and compliance. The position also supports compliance procedures for state IHB, Factory Built Buildings, and Modular Building programs; responds to customer specification questions; helps create and deliver code-compliance training; and reviews tests, certification reports, and product listings. The work is performed in a temperature-controlled, typical office environment, with some outside activities, travel to training and meetings, and travel between buildings or campuses. The role may involve extended computer use and prolonged sitting, standing, or walking, as well as movement such as crouching and using stairs. Powell describes a collaborative, advancement-oriented culture and offers health insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, annual bonus potential, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and company-sponsored wellness programs. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
Experience in building-code compliance, commercial construction, or engineering in a related field.
Knowledge and use of IBC, IECC, IFC, ASHRAE 90.1, and NEC codes.
Excellent analytical and computational skills.
Ability to gather, analyze, and summarize data to draw rational, fact-based conclusions.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement.
Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel, and AutoCAD.
Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with global product certifications and electrical standards involving third-party certifying agencies.
Knowledge and experience with commercial energy simulation software such as COMcheck.
Active participation in the ICC.
Working knowledge of modular non-HUD-related state compliance programs.
Working knowledge of State IHB, Factory Built Buildings, or Modular Building programs.
Ability to perform thermal analysis of fenestrations and other building-system components using finite element analysis software such as ANSYS or THERM.
Ability to improve existing products.

Responsibilities

Work with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Production to facilitate clear, concise, and comprehensive records related to electrical and structural compliance with state-adopted codes, laws, and regulations.
Review construction documents with development, design, and operations teams to identify potential code-compliance, cost, or schedule issues.
Assist in maintaining current knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations.
Assist with procedural changes needed to maintain compliance with appropriate State IHB, Factory Built Buildings, or Modular Building programs.
Answer questions and provide comments on customer specifications to Application Engineers.
Assist in creating training programs and conduct formal training classes related to Code Compliance.
Review tests, certification reports, and product listings.
Interpret building codes and provide recommendations for code compliance.