Design Trainee - Site Built

UFP Site Built; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k Match

Paid Vacation

Stock Purchase Plan

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

UFP Site Built in Burlington, NC is seeking an Entry-Level Designer/Estimator to learn and contribute to residential and commercial projects. You’ll design roof and wall components using MiTek software, prepare bids and layouts, and work with seasoned professionals to deliver accurate, economical design solutions.

We offer a paid 4-week training class in Burlington, NC, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Background in drafting, CAD, construction, or framing is highly preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn within a team.

Responsibilities

• Design roof trusses, floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products for residential and commercial projects.
• Use MiTek software to prepare bids, layouts, and engineered profiles.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals to ensure customer needs are met and design solutions are provided.
• Participate in paid training in Burlington, NC for 4 weeks and develop skills for growth within the company.

Skills

Drafting

CAD

Construction

Framing

Communication

Education

Background in drafting, CAD, construction, or framing

Tools

MiTek

Job description

Design TraineeSkip to main content#Design Trainee page is loaded## Design TraineeApplylocations: Burlington, NC: Sidney, NY: Conway, SC: Locust, NC: Jefferson, GAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R21862### **Join a Leader in the Construction Industry – UFP Site Built is Hiring an Entry-Level Designer/Estimator**### ### At **UFP Site Built,** we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of designing and manufacturing innovative wood and non-wood products for the construction industry. As a leader in the field, we specialize in a variety of wood structural components, aluminum decks and rails, and light gauge steel structural components.### ### We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity for an **Entry-Level Designer/Estimator**. If you’re passionate about design, problem-solving, and contributing to the construction industry, this role could be the perfect fit!### **Training Class****:** All New-Hires will be required to attend a (paid) Design Training Class in Burlington, NC for 4 weeks - all expenses paid### ### **What You'll Do:*** ### ****Get hands-on experience** designing roof trusses, floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products (EWP) for residential and commercial projects.*** ### **Work with cutting-edge software** (MiTek) to prepare bids, layouts, and engineered profiles.* ### **Collaborate with experienced professionals** in a supportive team environment to ensure customers' needs are met and design solutions are offered.* ### **Develop your skills** through paid, comprehensive training in Burlington, North Carolina (September Design Trainee Class – 4-6 weeks, with all travel and accommodation covered).* ### **Grow within the company**, with opportunities for continued learning and advancement in the design and construction fields.* ### Build strong relationships with retail clients, builders, framers, and developers to answer design questions and deliver top-tier service.* ### Be part of a dynamic team that values **creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.**### ### **What We’re Looking For:*** ### **Background in drafting, CAD, construction, or framing** is highly preferred.* ### **Detail-oriented with strong mathematical and analytical skills** – comfortable working with blueprints and calculating loads.* ### Ability to **work independently, manage multiple tasks,** and meet deadlines.* ### Excellent **communication skills** and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.* ### A willingness to **learn and grow** within a supportive, collaborative team.### ### **Why UFP Site Built?*** ### **Paid Training:** Full company-paid training in our Burlington, NC location (4-6 weeks)* ### **Comprehensive Benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and more.* ### **Work-Life Balance:** Paid vacation, holidays, and wellness programs.* ### **Professional Growth:** Educational reimbursement and career advancement opportunities.* ### **Employee Stock Purchase Program:** Get access to discounted stock options.* ### **Company Culture:** Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.### ### Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Design Trainee looks like.### ### ### **Hourly Pay Range:** $18-20/hour dependent on experience\*### \*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living### ### **Bonus/Incentive Pay:**### Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.### ### **Benefits currently offered to our employees:*** ### Medical insurance* ### Health savings account with company contribution* ### Dental insurance* ### Vision insurance* ### Basic and voluntary life insurance* ### Disability insurance* ### 401(k) plan with company match* ### Paid vacation and holidays* ### Stock purchase program with employee discount* ### Educational reimbursement* ### Wellness programs and challenges* ### Other supplemental benefits*The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*