Structural Engineer for Steel Frame Barndominium

Structural Engineer Needed – All-Steel & Hybrid Barndominium Design + Stamped Drawings (Nationwide Projects) · Overview · We are a fast-growing national barndominium design and kit provider seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to design and stamp structural drawings for: · ...

Job description

Structural Engineer Needed – All-Steel & Hybrid Barndominium Design + Stamped Drawings (Nationwide Projects)
Overview

We are a fast-growing national barndominium design and kit provider seeking a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to design and stamp structural drawings for:

All-steel frame barndominiums (red iron / PEMB style)

Hybrid steel + wood frame barndominiums

This is an ongoing opportunity for the right engineer. We ship kit packages across the country and need accurate, build-ready structural documents that contractors can confidently execute.

Scope of Work

For each project, we will provide:
Floor plans

Elevations

Basic architectural set

Our internal framing guidelines and design standards

Project location and governing design criteria (when applicable)

We are seeking an engineer who can provide:
Structural Design & Calculations

Structural analysis based on applicable codes

Wind, snow, seismic, and live load considerations

Foundation load requirements

Review and adaptation to local jurisdiction requirements

Stamped Structural Drawings (PE Seal Required)

Fully engineered structural plan set

Stamped for permit (state-specific licensing required depending on project location)

Framing plans and structural details

Steel Framing & Erection Drawings

Column layout

Rafter and beam specifications

Connection details

Bracing details

Anchorage and base plate details

Materials List / Takeoff for Kit Ordering

Structural steel member list

Fasteners and connection hardware

Steel gauges and specs

Anchor bolts

Any specialty structural components required

The goal is to produce a contractor-ready structural package that allows us to:

Submit for permit

Order steel kits

Ship materials nationwide

Support field erection crews

Project Type


Typical projects:
1,500 – 4,500 sq ft residential barndominiums

16'–24' eave heights

Clear span steel frames

Attached garages / shops

Porch and overhang systems

Hybrid systems with wood interior framing tied into steel primary structure

Requirements

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States

Ability to obtain licensure in multiple states (or already multi-state licensed preferred)


Experience with:
Pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB)

Red iron steel framing

Residential structural engineering

Familiarity with IBC and IRC requirements

Ability to design for varying wind and snow loads nationwide

Strong communication and responsiveness

Preferred Experience

Experience engineering barndominiums or similar hybrid steel structures

Understanding of kit-based building systems

Experience providing materials lists for fabrication

Familiarity with foundation design coordination

Volume & Timeline


We anticipate:
2–5 projects per month initially

Long-term partnership opportunity

Turnaround goal: 2–3 weeks per project (depending on complexity)

Contract duration of 1 to 3 months. with 30 hours per week.

Mandatory skills:
Structural Engineering, Steel Structure, Engineering Design, Materials Knowledge, Structural Detailing, Steel Detail Drawing, Structural Drawing