Philippines onlyLocation: Work from Home
Type of Employment: Full-time
Work Shift: US Business Hours
About Us
At OurAssistants, we connect real estate, construction, and property development firms with highly skilled virtual professionals. We specialize in supporting U.S.-based clients with engineering, design, and operational talent to bring innovative projects to life. Learn more at ourassistants.com.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with a strong background in both metal and wood frame structures for modular residential and commercial projects. This role focuses on structural design and analysis for factory-built housing units and their foundations, with a preference for candidates who have supported Texas-based construction standards.
Primary Requirements – Structural Engineering
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- Minimum 5 years of direct experience in structural engineering
- Proven experience designing steel and wood frame structures for real estate projects
- Hands-on experience preparing design submittals for construction in Texas
- Strong knowledge of load calculations for various materials
- Ability to convert designs into clear specifications and fabrication-ready plans
- Experience supporting metal fabrication requirements
Secondary Requirements – Architectural Engineering (Preferred)
- Familiar with US residential and commercial projects
- Ability to read, revise, and publish architectural plans
- At least 5 years of experience working with or for a US-based architect
- Proficient in CAD, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools
Scope of Work / Immediate Tasks
- Design a 14 ft x 24 ft steel frame to support modular housing (15K–20K lbs)
- Ensure structure withstands lifting, transport, and installation stresses with ≤1” deflection
- Optimize designs for lightweight construction and fast fabrication
- Re-engineer an existing 12 ft x 40 ft steel chassis to reduce deflection
- Design and seal (PE) 14 ft x 24 ft concrete foundations
- Provide structural details for two-story modular units
- Design gable and pop-up roof systems suitable for transport and installation
- Develop weatherproof rooftop deck systems
Additional Requirements
- Must be currently residing in the Philippines or Latin America
- Must have a stable internet connection and remote-ready workstation
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Permanent work-from-home setup
- Opportunities for ongoing training and development
- Collaborative and supportive remote team environment
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