Structural Engineer 1 - PE
About the job
- A Professional Engineer license with structural engineering experience is required.
- At least 4 years of structural design experience is required.
- Extensive experience in wood-frame construction for single-family homes is required.
- Well-rounded experience in wood framing, including stick framing and roof trusses, concrete foundations, and steel framing, is required.
- Strong knowledge of the International Residential Code, International Building Code, American Society of Civil Engineers standards, American Concrete Institute standards, Post-Tensioning Institute standards, and American Institute of Steel Construction standards is required.
- Excellent AutoCAD skills are required.
- Experience with structural design software, including Enercalc, Revit, PTISlab, RetainPro, and Forte, is required.
- Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
- The ability to perform assignments with minimal supervision is required.
- The ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and be resourceful is required.
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with a professional presence are required.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills are required.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to travel as required are required.
- Review structural designs, plans, calculations, and details prepared by the Structural Department.
- Approve, sign, and seal structural plans and calculations as required within jurisdictions where properly licensed.
- Ensure structural designs comply with applicable building codes, engineering standards, ARCXIS standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
- Serve as a technical resource for the Structural Department.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining structural design standards, details, calculation procedures, and quality-control processes.
- Resolve structural and construction-related field issues.
- Develop practical and code-compliant engineering solutions and repair recommendations.
- Train and mentor younger engineers and Engineers-in-Training.
- Provide technical guidance on structural design, code interpretation, calculations, constructability, and field issues.
- Assist with research and development for expansion into new states and jurisdictions.
- Research applicable building codes, design criteria, construction requirements, and engineering requirements for new markets.
- Assist with evaluating new engineering software, products, construction methods, and technologies.
- Communicate with builders, contractors, clients, field personnel, and internal teams regarding structural engineering matters.
- Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and project reviews as needed.
- Support continuous improvement of Structural Department processes, quality, and efficiency.
- Experience with retaining walls, insulated concrete forms, post-tensioned foundations, and forensic engineering is a plus.
- Experience with construction defects and deficiencies is a plus.
- Prior engineering report-writing experience is preferred but not required.
About the company
ARCXIS provides inspection and engineering services to ensure residential construction projects meet building codes and safety standards. The company employs a team of engineers and inspectors who perform on-site foundation verifications, structural checks, and compliance audits to help builders manage risk and speed up the construction process. Unlike many local competitors, ARCXIS operates as a large-scale third-party provider with a national reach, offering a wide range of technical services under one roof. Their goal is to help home builders lower total costs and maintain high quality by providing reliable, professional oversight throughout the building lifecycle.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$3.7M
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ARCXIS updated Texas windstorm guidance in July 2026, signaling regulatory relevance.
- Its 2026 website highlights broad residential inspection coverage and faster compliance delivery.
- Lincoln International said Saw Mill Capital refinanced ARCXIS in 2025, backing expansion.
What critics are saying
- Pulte Home sued Ei Engineering dba ARCXIS in April 2024 over HVAC defects.
- Adroit Energy attacked ARCXIS and iPermit conflicts in California registry comments.
- Builders can internalize inspections when municipal capacity returns, crushing third-party demand.
What makes ARCXIS unique
- ARCXIS bundles inspections, MEP engineering, and energy compliance for homebuilders.
- Its local field teams support builders from 100 homes to 4,000 homes.
- Texas windstorm, HERS, and code workflows create sticky compliance relationships.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Health Savings Account
Referral Program
Company News
In April 2022, ARCXIS acquired iPermit, the leading provider of permit expediting and energy testing services to contractors serving the existing home market in California.
/PRNewswire/ -- ARCXIS, announced that it has acquired iPermit. Headquartered in Westlake Village, California, iPermit is the largest permit and HERS rating...