Residential Foundation Designer

ARCXIS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

ARCXIS, headquartered in Houston, TX, is seeking a Foundation Designer to join our residential design team. The candidate should be proficient in AutoCAD and knowledgeable with post-tension and conventional slab design, with proven foundation design experience in the residential sector.

You will prepare foundation plans, read blueprints, and collaborate with survey and geotechnical teams. US work authorization is required; willingness to work long days and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years foundation design experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Able to read and interpret residential blueprints.
• Familiarity with PTI slab analysis software.
• Concrete experience outside Texas is a plus.
• Familiarity with survey plans, plot plans and geotechnical reports.
• Familiarity with building codes is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic algebra and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural foundation plans for residential structures using architectural drawings with limited supervision.
• Read and interpret residential architectural blueprints.
• Utilize PTI slab analysis software for design checks.
• Collaborate with survey plans and geotechnical reports to ensure compliance.
• Willingness to work long days and weekends as required.

Skills

AutoCAD

Post-Tension slab

Residential design

Blueprint reading

PTI slab analysis

Geotechnical reports

Building codes

Algebra & geometry

Tools

PTI slab analysis software

Job description

Description

Please note that we are only able to consider candidates who do not require sponsorship for employment at this time. Compensation will be determined based on factors including but not limited to location, skills, abilities, and experience. ARCXIS, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is the nation’s leading provider of inspection, design, engineering, energy efficiency, surveying, and quality assurance services for the residential construction industry. Supporting 1 in 7 new homes built in the U.S., ARCXIS partners with builders nationwide to deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, performance, and compliance throughout the construction process. With a national team of industry experts and a fully integrated suite of services, ARCXIS helps builders deliver high-quality, high-performance, energy-efficient homes at scale. By combining advanced technology, deep industry expertise, and a relentless commitment to excellence, ARCXIS continues to raise the standard for residential construction services across the country. To learn more, visit arcxis.com.

Position Overview

The Company is looking for a full-time Foundation Designer to add to the team located in Houston. We are looking for an ambitious candidate that is proficient using AutoCAD and knowledgeable with both Post-Tension and conventional (rebar) slab design. This person must have previous structural design experience ideally in the residential sector.

Requirements

• 3+ years previous foundation design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Prepare structural foundation plans for mainly residential structures using architectural drawings with limited to no supervision
• Ability to read and interpret residential architectural blueprints
• Familiarity with PTI slab analysis software
• Concrete experience outside of Texas is a plus
• Familiarity with survey plans, plot plans and geotechnical report
• Familiarity in building codes a plus
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide to compute percentages, and to perform basic algebra and geometry
• Willingness to work long days and weekends as required
• A team-oriented, proactive and adaptable work ethic

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

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants at this time.