EWP Drafter Truss Design

Boise Cascade Company; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Prescription Drug

401(k) Retirement Savings with company

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Boise Cascade Company in Maine is seeking an experienced drafter for EWP/Truss design to support quotes, orders, and manufacturing. You will produce drawings, sketches, and graphs from customer input and internal instructions using CAD and manual methods.

The role emphasizes delivering accurate plans for sign-off, maintaining drafting files, and coordinating schedules to meet expedited requests. A strong commitment to safety, quality, and process improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent work experience in related job function.
• Working knowledge of CAD system, blueprint reading, and drafting.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and drafting services for EWP/Truss Design for quotes, orders, and manufacturing.
• Prepare working drawings, sketches and graphs from customers and various instructions.
• Coordinate work to accommodate expedited or special requests and provide plans for sign-off.
• Code and maintain drafting files for accurate retrieval and distribution to staff and vendors.
• Schedule truss and EWP order delivery and assist in technical consulting as needed.
• Make outside sales calls to lumberyards and construction sites when required.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

CAD drafting

Blueprint reading

Education

College Degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD system

Job description

Responsibilities

Perform design and drafting services for internal and external customers focused on Engineered Wood Products (EWP) and/or Truss Design used for customer quotes, order material take offs, and manufacturing. Prepare working drawings, sketches and graphs from walk-in customers, sales order system, verbal, blue prints, sketches, or written instructions using either manual or computer-aided systems. Prioritize and coordinate work to accommodate expedited or special requests. Provides plans to customer for sign-off and acceptance, including changes. Code and maintain drafting files for accurate retrieval and distribution to engineering staff, vendors, and other facility personnel. Schedule truss and EWP order delivery. May provide technical EWP or truss consulting and engineering services to BMD distribution center customers. Compile placement plans for BMD dealer's customers that convert conventional floor and roof framing material to Boise Cascade BCI joists utilizing a computer aided system. Make outside sales calls to lumberyards and construction job sites, as required. May operate and maintain various engineering and/or drafting equipment. May initiate telephone sales for EWP and accessories (joist hangers, etc.) Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: College Degree or equivalent work experience in related job function. Working knowledge of CAD system, blueprint reading, and drafting. Duties performed in an office environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Role may require technical certification, or associate degree. Knowledge of the building materials industry and structural experience preferred. Strong math skills, effective communication skills, and familiarity with engineering terms and specifications.

Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today we're the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States – and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

Travel Required

No .

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