Remote Structural Engineer (AutoCAD Drafting & Structural Design & Calculations)
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This employer did not publish a salary. Based on TaskBider data (Q1 2026 estimate), a CAD Drafter earns $22–$48/hour freelance, or $34,000–$62,000 a year full-time in the US market. See the full CAD Drafter pay guide →
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Category: Architecture Construction Location: JOB TITLE: RemoteStructural Engineer (AutoCADDrafting Structural Design Calculations) Industry: Building Construction Rate: 10 – 12AUD/hour Duration: 30 hours per week About theRole: Weare seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Structural Engineer to join a growingAustralian structural design firm. The successful candidate will handleend-to-end design and drafting tasks from sketches provided by the Director,through to complete structural drawings ready for review. This is a remoterole, with flexible working hours aligned to Australian business operations. Qualifications: Must have a relevant experience as an AutoCAD Drafter. Experience using Structural Toolkit and/or CLEAR Calcs (preferred; CLEAR Calcs training available). Strong knowledge ofdrainage design including onsite detention and understanding of Australian residentialconstruction engineering practices in AU is a MUST . Written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a range of people, both internally and externally Ability todraft, setup sheets and complete structural calculations Ability to work independently, stay on task, and meet project deadlines The ability to multitask and prioritize your workload Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work Previous remote work experience with Australian clients. Reliable internet connection and suitable home office setup. Duties and Responsibilities: · Drafting 2D/3D structural drawings using AutoCAD . ·Preparing detailed structural calculations using StructuralToolkit and/or CLEAR Calcs. ·Setting up jobs using pre-prepared templates and ensuring alldrawings are accurate and compliant with engineering principles. ·Translatedirector provided sketches to complete structural documentation ·Incorporating revisions and finalizing drawings for clientsubmission. ·Maintaining organized drawing files and project documentation. ·Communicating with the Director for clarification and approvals(no client-facing work required). Details Originally posted on Himalayas
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How this role compares on pay
- Region
- USA
- Discipline
- Structural Detailing
- AutoCAD
| Market | Hourly band | USD/hr |
|---|---|---|
| This listing (est.) | $17–$36 | |
| United States | $38–$80 | |
| Europe (Germany) | $32–$68 | |
| MENA (UAE) | $30–$64 | |
| Remote / worldwide | $38–$80 |
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