Structural Engineer

Blue View Builder

18d • Remote

About The Position

The Light Gauge Steel (LGS) / Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) Structural Engineer is responsible for structural analysis, design, detailing, and coordination of light-gauge/cold-formed steel framing systems for modular, panelized, and prefabricated buildings, including residential homes, ADUs, multi-family, and light commercial projects. The role emphasizes buildability, manufacturing constraints, transportation and lifting considerations, and California code-compliant designs that support efficient factory production and on-site installation.

The engineer coordinates with architecture, senior PE, MEP, manufacturing/factory teams, estimating, and field installation. The position also supports value engineering, panelization and modular optimization, resolution of RFIs and field issues, and continuous improvement of standard details, connection libraries, and production-friendly design practices. The work environment is remote and supports high-volume modular production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3–10+ years of structural engineering experience, with significant focus on light-gauge/cold-formed steel.
• Strong knowledge of AISI, AISC for hybrid systems, ASCE, and IBC standards.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, or CFS-specific tools.
• Proficiency with BIM/detailing platforms such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of modular construction constraints, including manufacturing tolerances, lifting/handling, transportation, stacking, and site installation.
• Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Modular or panelized construction experience.
• California PE or SE license, or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with hybrid LGS and hot-rolled steel systems.
• Prior work in modular, offsite, or panelized residential/commercial construction.
• Familiarity with California seismic design and local permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of LGS/CFS wall, floor, roof, and framing systems using applicable codes, including AISI S100, IBC, ASCE 7, and the California Building Code.
• Design members, connections, bracing, shear walls, and load paths, accounting for local buckling, distortional buckling, web crippling, and serviceability.
• Prepare calculations, design drawings, details, and specifications; stamp or seal documents as Engineer of Record or specialty engineer when licensed.
• Coordinate with architecture, senior PE, MEP, manufacturing/factory teams, estimating, and field installation to ensure designs are manufacturable, transportable, stackable, and erectable.
• Review and check shop drawings, BIM models, and fabrication details using Revit or similar platforms.
• Support value engineering, panelization and modular optimization, and resolution of RFIs or field issues.
• Ensure compliance with seismic, wind, and fire requirements common in California markets.
• Collaborate on continuous improvement of standard details, connection libraries, and production-friendly design practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level