Structural Designer 4

Description

* Compensation will be determined based on factors including but not limited to location, skills, abilities, and experience.

Company Overview:

ARCXIS, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is the nation's number one engineering and inspections firm, touching 1 in every 7 new homes, and operating in over 28 states. Committed to innovation and excellence, our services help to build better quality homes, more quickly, at lower cost, and with less risk. Formerly known as DPIS Builder Services, Ei Companies, Post-Tension Solutions, Ensign Building Solutions Home Energy Division, and Building Energy, ARCXIS unites extensive expertise into a single brand, offering nationwide coverage with a local touch. Our portfolio includes ABCO Construction Services, LLC, United Structural Consultants, and iPermit, amplifying our reach into the multi-family, multi-use, commercial, and pre-existing residential sectors. ARCXIS is majority owned by Saw Mill Capital, LLC (Briarcliff Manor, New York). Visit us online at www.arcxis.com.

Position Overview:

The Company is looking for a full-time Structural Designer to add to the team. We are looking for an ambitious candidate that is fluent in AutoCAD and has the ability to produce structural designs and details for residential buildings under tight time constraints. This person is preferred to have previously designed buildings with steel, wood, and concrete. Additional experience working with mechanicals and HVAC considered a plus. They need to be very reliable, hardworking, and self-starter that enjoys a challenge. You would be joining an energetic team environment in our growing Houston office with potential for development and growth.

Mentorship & Leadership:

• Review the work of junior drafters/designers; provide feedback and redlines.
• Be proficient with drafting standards, design methods.

Calculate Lateral Loads:

• Assist in the calculation of lateral forces due to wind and seismic loads based on ASCE 7 and local code requirements.
• Determine lateral forces including shear wall design loads, diaphragm reactions, and overturning forces.

Design Floor Systems:

• Independently produce floor framing plans and sections for low-to-mid complexity projects.
• Produces accurate, code-compliant designs with minimal oversight; communicates effectively across disciplines.

PTI Slab Program:

• Able to run calculations.

Pier Beam:

• Perform load transfer analysis from superstructure to piers, ensuring soil bearing capacity is considered.

Conventional Slabs:

• Analyze soil-bearing capacity and determine appropriate slab thickness and reinforcement.

Complex Foundation Details:

• Interpret and develop complex foundation details from the EIT/Engineer involving varying soil conditions, stepped footings, and deep foundation elements.
• Ensure constructability, code compliance, and accurate communication in foundation drawings and coordination documents.

Requirements

• Excellent AutoCAD skills
• 5 + years structural design experience in the building design industry
• Experienced in wood-framed construction
• Familiarity in building codes a plus
• Understanding of building envelope requirements
• Strong writing/grammar skills
• Able to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally with Architects, Builders, and Owners
• Strong organization and time management skills which includes the ability to multi-task and run multiple projects concurrently
• willingness to work long days and weekends as required

Work Schedule:

Generally Monday – Friday day shift, however additional hours, including weekend hours, may be required in accordance with changing business needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance