Senior Structural Truss Designer

Builders FirstSource; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource is seeking a Senior Structural Truss Designer in Idaho Falls. You will craft detailed layouts and buildable designs, acting as the technical liaison with customers, engineers, and architects to ensure projects meet goals, budgets, and schedules.

The role emphasizes independent work, field visits, and mentoring, with a focus on adhering to codes and delivering high-quality residential structural solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 4+ years drafting/design in construction, building materials, or structural design.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural/construction blueprints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed layouts, structural plans, and material specifications based on customer needs.
• Serve as technical representative through design, purchasing, and construction.
• Analyze requirements and perform structural evaluations from simple to complex.
• Review plans with customers and provide expert recommendations.
• Interpret concept drawings into buildable designs and generate material lists.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and customers to resolve design issues.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes and regulations.
• Identify issues and propose practical cost/time-saving solutions.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as needed.
• Assist with training and mentoring teammates.
• Support process improvements in design tools and workflows.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and customer service.

Skills

Drafting

Structural analysis

Customer communication

Independent work

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MiTek

MS Office

Job description

Senior Structural Truss Designer

Location: Idaho Falls, ID Truss

Build Innovative Structural Solutions That Bring Homes to Life

Are you an experienced structural design professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and working directly with customers?In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a trusted technical expert, collaborating with customers, contractors, engineers, and architects to deliver high-quality structural solutions that meet project goals, timelines, and budgets.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled designer who thrives on independence, enjoys customer interaction, and wants to make a meaningful impact on residential construction projects.

What You'll Do

• Create detailed layouts, structural plans, and material specifications based on customer needs and project requirements.
• Serve as Builders FirstSource's technical representative throughout the design, purchasing, and construction process.
• Analyze project requirements and perform simple to complex structural evaluations to ensure optimal design solutions.
• Review plans and layouts with customers, providing expert recommendations and technical guidance.
• Interpret customer concept drawings and transform them into accurate, buildable construction designs.
• Select appropriate materials and generate material take-offs and product lists.
• Coordinate directly with engineers, architects, contractors, and customers to resolve design challenges and project discrepancies.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes, engineering requirements, and municipal regulations.
• Proactively identify issues and develop practical solutions while balancing cost, schedule, and project constraints.
• Conduct job site visits and inspections as needed.
• Assist with training and mentoring new team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending enhancements to design processes, tools, and best practices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional quality and customer service standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of drafting or design experience within the construction, building materials, structural design, or related industry.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and analyze architectural and construction blueprints.
• Excellent verbal, written, and customer communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with residential roof and floor system design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with MiTek software is a plus.
• Knowledge of residential construction methods, building codes, and structural design principles.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Work on diverse residential construction projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with industry professionals including architects, engineers, builders, and contractors.
• Exercise significant autonomy and professional judgment.
• Apply advanced technical expertise to solve real-world construction challenges.
• Contribute directly to customer success and project outcomes.
• Join an organization committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Work in both office and field environments, including outdoor locations with varying weather conditions.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Build your future with Builders FirstSource and help shape the structures where people live, work, and thrive.