Contract Cold-Formed Steel Engineer

$25-50 USD / hour

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Posted 7 days ago

$25-50 USD / hour

I need reliable support on a steady stream of cold-formed steel jobs and want to work with someone who can eventually grow into a full-time position on my team. You will take mixed-use projects from schematic framing layouts through stamped calculations and construction-ready drawings, leaning on AISI S100 / S240 and the applicable IBC or IRC chapters. Day-to-day you’ll run gravity and lateral checks, size load-bearing studs, joists, headers, and bracing, and either create or red-line shop drawings in the platform that best suits the job. Most of my workflow lives in CFS Designer, AutoCAD, and Revit, but I’m happy when a partner is also comfortable in RISA, CUFSM, FRAMECAD, or Vertex BD—feel free to use whatever combination lets you hit the schedule we agree on. Turnaround times are critical, so clear communication and an organised calculation package matter as much as the numbers themselves. If you already hold a PE or SE licence that’s fantastic, though I’m still open to talented designers who can collaborate with my reviewing engineer. When you respond, keep it simple: a short note outlining your experience on cold-formed steel—especially mixed-use work—and a sample set or two that shows your typical output is all I need to see whether we’re a fit.

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Project ID: 40663808

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@synccad

As a company who prides itself on superior performance and reliability, SYNCCAD's experience and skills perfectly align with your project demands. I've been personally immersed in the world of cold-formed steel for several years and have developed a nuanced understanding of all the necessary regulations and standards such as AISI S100 / S240, IBC or IRC chapters, etc. My knowledge spans across different powerful relevant software applications like CFS Designer, AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, CUFSM, FRAMECAD, and Vertex BD that can help us maintain an efficient workflow and meet every crucial deadline. Our team's integrated approach to project execution avoids any unnecessary complications while ensuring we're constantly communicating effectively. Further proving our capabilities is the fact that we’ve maintained a stellar 4.9-star rating from 186+ reviews always staying on time and within budget. Transforming your project into reality entails more than just crunching numbers accurately; it requires a calculated balance of skill, responsiveness and timeliness of delivery. With me, you'll get not just a talented engineer on your side to handle mixed-use projects but also a skillful communicator who understands the value of organization in documentation to create clear calculation packages. I eagerly await your positive response that’ll open up opportunities for us to show you firsthand how we turn projects into partnerships for mutual success!

$25 USD in 10 days

4.9

(150 reviews)

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@SkillCrafts

I understand you're seeking a skilled Cold-Formed Steel Engineer to handle a consistent volume of mixed-use projects, mirroring the complexity and rigor I've successfully managed in previous roles, particularly with detailed framing layouts and stamped calculations. My experience aligns directly with your need for comprehensive support from schematic design through construction documentation, adhering strictly to AISI S100/S240 and relevant IBC/IRC provisions. My technical approach will leverage CFS Designer and AutoCAD, as you utilize, to efficiently execute gravity and lateral checks, size load-bearing elements (studs, joists, headers), and implement bracing strategies. I am adept at both generating original shop drawings and meticulously red-lining existing ones, ensuring accuracy and compliance. My process involves a thorough understanding of project requirements, followed by precise application of design codes and software tools to deliver robust and constructible solutions. To ensure seamless integration and optimal project outcomes, could you clarify your typical project turnaround expectations for stamped calculations and drawings? I'm eager to discuss how my expertise can immediately benefit your team and contribute to your long-term growth objectives. Let's schedule a brief call to explore this further.

$40 USD in 7 days

5.0

(1 review)

4.9

@Aaleen110

The crucial part of this job is the steady stream of cold-formed steel work, so my approach focuses on speed and accuracy from the start. I will build framing layouts in Revit for clarity, then run gravity and lateral checks using AISI S100 / S240 and the relevant IBC chapters, sizing studs, joists, headers, and bracing. For calculations I will use RISA-Floor and RISA-3D for gravity and lateral analysis. I will not be using CFS Designer for stamped calculations, as RISA gives me more control and transparency for those critical checks. Shop drawings will be created or red-lined in AutoCAD, which is efficient for detailing and clarity of connections. The brief mentions a potential full-time position and that is a goal. What is the typical volume of these "steady stream" jobs? Preferred Freelancer here, and I have not missed a deadline or gone over an agreed price yet. I will start by reviewing your current templates and setting up a Revit project with standard CFS families, also pulling in your preferred load combinations for the IBC chapters you specified so we can hit the ground running on the first set of calculations by the end of day two.

$42 USD in 7 days