Principal Structural Engineer

ECOMOD LLC•Hudson, CO

4d•$100,000

About The Position

Ecomod is seeking an exceptional and experienced Principal Structural Engineer to join our team and serve as the technical authority for our innovative building systems. This is a unique opportunity to lead the structural design and compliance for a product line that is fundamentally stronger, more durable, and more resilient than traditional construction. The ideal candidate is a master of structural engineering principles, a licensed professional in Colorado and preferably in California too, and possesses a passion for applying their expertise to solve the national housing crisis. You will be the engineering cornerstone ensuring our products can be deployed safely and efficiently across diverse and demanding regulatory environments, from the Rocky Mountains to the seismic zones of California.

Requirements

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing in the state of Colorado.
Active Civil Engineer (PE) license and an active Structural Engineer (SE) license in good standing in the state of California.
Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive structural engineering experience focused on building design.
Must have demonstrable experience in modular construction, prefabrication, light-gauge steel framing, or other industrialized construction systems.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Structural Engineering is strongly preferred.
Expert-level proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, or RISA-3D.
Experience with parametric design tools (Rhino, Grasshopper) is a plus.
Expert-level knowledge of the IBC/IRC family of codes and California's Title 24, including its seismic provisions and CALGreen requirements.
A passion for sustainable design, material efficiency, and life-cycle analysis.
Familiarity with LEED or other green building certifications is highly desirable.
Exceptional ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the comprehensive structural design, analysis, and continuous optimization for Ecomod’s entire product portfolio, including Cottage ADUs, Single-Family/Duplex models, and Multi-Family modules.
Champion and apply the principles of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) to enhance factory production efficiency, minimize material waste, and ensure scalability.
Serve as the lead expert in navigating and reconciling the building codes of multiple states, with an initial focus on Colorado and California. Develop robust, standardized structural systems compliant with both the IBC/IRC framework and California's stringent Title 24 Building Standards Code.
Spearhead R&D initiatives for next-generation structural systems, including investigating and implementing new sustainable materials and innovative connection details to enhance our competitive edge.
Act as the primary engineering liaison to our manufacturing team in Hudson, CO, overseeing the implementation of structural designs and ensuring the final product rigorously adheres to specifications and exceeds IRC/IBC 2024 standards.
Prepare, sign, and seal all necessary engineering plans, structural calculations, and compliance documentation required for permitting and regulatory approval.
Serve as the definitive structural authority within our multidisciplinary product development team, collaborating with architects, designers, and manufacturing engineers to deliver optimized, integrated solutions.