Structural Designer II in Wausau

Energy Jobline ZR; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wausau Homes is seeking a skilled designer to generate 3D project models and produce comprehensive framing diagrams for residential and light commercial buildings. You will collaborate with the operations team to ensure accurate production and field assembly documentation.

The role requires experience in truss design, wall/floor layouts, and proficiency with MiTek software, CAD tools, and Microsoft Office. Strong communication and multitasking abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in residential design or architectural engineering.
• Minimum 2–5 years of design framing experience.
• MiTek software setup, layout, and truss/wall/floor design knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Generate 3D project models in MiTek and related CAD tools.
• Design roof, floor, and truss framing; create placement diagrams.
• Produce production documents such as wall panels, truss elevations, and material lists.

Skills

Truss design

Wall/Floor design

Calculations

Production processes

Residential design

3D visualization

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

2-year residential design or architectural engineering degree

Tools

MiTek software

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

SUMMARY:

This position involves working with Wausau Homes customers and the Wausau Homes Operations team to create essential documents for the production and field assembly of Residential and Light Commercial Buildings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate 3D project models in our production integrated design software
• Roof / Floor and Truss framing design and placement diagrams
• Create additional production and assembly documents, such as wall panel and truss elevations, bottom plate views, rake assembly list, ship loose framing material lists and other cutting documents

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform the job successfully the person needs to have the following skill sets:

• Truss design knowledge: heel heights, truss design standards and sizing
• Wall/Floor design knowledge: panel layout/ structuring and numbering
• Calculations: Ability to calculate beam & I-joists
• Production processes and understanding of workflow
• Advanced design of residential construction and materials:
  • Intermediary level of Construction knowledge
  • Ability to read and understand plans/blueprints
  • Familiar with residential building codes
  • Understanding of exterior & interior materials used in a home and when to use them throughout the construction process
  • Common framing practices
  • Residential design knowledge
  • Three-dimensional visualization
• Communication skills:
  • In-person, phone and email skills, ability to respond quickly, clearly, and appropriately
  • Effective written and oral communication
• Must have the ability to review and solve problems
• Ability to handle multiple projects while staying focused and organized

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• 2-year residential design or architectural engineering degree
• Minimum of 2-5 years of design framing experience
• MiTek software experience:
  • MiTek project set-up and layout, truss, wall/floor design

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successful, an individual should have the knowledge or ability to quickly learn the following packages:

• CAD - residential or architectural Computer aided design software knowledge, MiTek a plus
• Microsoft Office Suite Programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have excellent computer skills; experience in residential design or architectural software and Microsoft Office Suite; Access, database, or other system knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job.