EWP Designer (Remote)

84 Lumber Company; Severn (MD); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking skilled associates to read architectural plans and produce accurate design work. This full-time role requires a strong knowledge of the construction industry, effective communication skills, and the ability to solve practical problems. Competitive salary and benefits offered based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience required.
• Must read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints.
• Strong computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Read architectural prints to create engineered wood placement layouts.
• Provide job-site support as needed.
• Ensure designs conform to standards and pricing is accurate.

Skills

High level of knowledge of the construction industry

Problem-solving

Effective judgment

Architectural design strategies

Ability to read blueprints

Mathematical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related disciplines

Tools

Design software (such as 20/20)

Job description

Overview

Associates must be able to read architectural and structural plans, and produce design work that is accurate, optimized, and meets 84Lumber's design standards. Strong computer skills are required. They should be able to use different EWP engineering software, Microsoft Office Suite, and job tracking software. Strong communication and organizational skills are required to be efficient at customer support, which is a top priority. Associates must have a strong work ethic and adhere to the company's P&P standards and be willing to do any tasks assigned to them by their supervisor.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Reading architectural prints to create engineered wood placement layouts
• Reading and interpreting blueprints
• Ensure designs are accurate, optimized, and conform to standards
• Request sealed engineering drawings and/or repair details, and follow up to ensure complete when necessary
• Generate EWP placement layouts for final construction
• Generate and provide accurate pricing for estimating purposes
• Provide job-site support, with the aid of the sales department, when requested
• Aid in training of new employees when required

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
This position can involve working outdoors or being exposed to wet, humid, extremely hot or extremely cold conditions. May require working in a highly precarious place and near moving mechanical parts. There may be a risk of electrical shock. The position may be exposed to vibrations, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.

Physical Demands

This can involve sitting for long periods of time, use of hands, and talking on the telephone. Rarely, the position may require lifting heavy objects or outdoor exposure.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Hours of work depends on hours of operations, 48+ hours per week.

Travel
Travel is not expected for this position.

Qualifications

Additional Competencies

• High level of knowledge of the construction industry
• Ability to solve and define practical problems in various situations to reach a valid conclusion
• Ability to effectively use judgment while reviewing and conducting projects and estimations
• Effectively determine and interpret architectural design strategies
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints
• Ability to calculate tributary loads, concentrated loads, and load transfer through a building
• Ability to operate a computer and design software such as 20/20
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good math skills including but not limited to architectural units, fractions, geometry, and basic trigonometry

Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related disciplines highly preferred. At least three years of related work experience required.

84 Lumber Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 84 Lumber Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [e-mail].