Job Description

Company Description

Criterium Rand Engineers is an engineering consulting firm specializing in building evaluation services for both residential and commercial properties in Mid-Coast and Down East Maine. Having evaluated over 10,000 buildings across Maine, our expertise spans major hospitality, institutional, healthcare, transportation facilities, high-rise multi-family, townhouses, and single-family homes. We are committed to providing reliable engineering consulting for your next project.

About the Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced  Licensed Structural Engineer (P.E.)interested in flexible, project-based work. This role is ideal for a  retired engineer looking to stay active in the profession or a  working professional seeking occasional supplemental work .

You’ll play a key role in supporting residential and light commercial structural projects, providing professional insights, calculations, and reviews as needed.

This is a  remote, part-time, as-needed position — perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving and applying their expertise without the demands of a full-time schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Perform structural assessments for residential and commercial properties.
• Design beams, columns, and load-bearing elements to meet code and client requirements.
• Conduct periodic inspections of construction projects or existing structures.
• Review and stamp structural plans , ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Assist clients with plan reviews and support them in obtaining building permits.
• Provide professional consultation and technical support for various small-to-medium structural projects.

Workload & Schedule

• Project-based workload:  typically 2–3 hours per week , with occasional peaks up to 8–10 hours .
• Some weeks may have  no work , depending on project flow.
• Flexible schedule — work can be performed on your own time, as long as deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• Active Structural Engineering License (P.E. or S.E.)required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in structural engineering (residential and/or commercial).
• Strong knowledge of  IBC, IRC, ASCE, and ACI standards .
• Proficiency with  structural analysis software (e.g., RISA, Enercalc, or similar) preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality engineering work.
• Reliable communication and documentation skills.

Why This Role Might Be Perfect for You

• You’re  retired but want to stay engaged in the engineering world.
• You’re a  working engineer looking for extra, flexible consulting work .
• You enjoy solving structural challenges without the stress of full-time office work.
• You want to  keep your skills sharp and your professional license active .

Compensation

• Hourly or per-project pay, based on experience and project scope.
• Work is  fully remote , with occasional site visits depending on location (if applicable)

Note: Our address has recently changed to 557 Smithfield Road, Oakland, Maine 04963

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