Truss Design Technician

Energy Panel Structures; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Panel Structures is looking for a Truss Design Technician to assist the sales and engineering teams by designing floor and roof trusses using CAD and allied software. The role focuses on translating plans into accurate truss layouts that meet applicable codes and production requirements.

The ideal candidate will produce high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, with a collaborative approach to design and problem solving within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in truss design and related manufacturing contexts.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Create floor and roof truss layouts using engineering and design software.
• Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Confer with Engineering, Production and Sales to establish and evaluate design concepts for manufactured products.
• Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications or production limits.
• Develop component documents for plant work orders.
• Plan and manage workload to meet daily, weekly, or project goals.
• Attend and complete all applicable training.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Truss design

Blueprint interpretation

Reading structural drawings

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

2-4 year engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Alpine Design

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Truss Design Technician, the employee will support the sales and engineering teams by designing floor and roof trusses using engineering and design software. This role involves translating architectural and structural drawings into accurate truss layouts while ensuring designs meet applicable codes, standards, and production requirements. The ideal employee is interested in producing high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Create floor and roof truss layouts using engineering and design software.
• Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Confer with Engineering, Production and Sales to establish and evaluate design concepts for manufactured products.
• Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications, production limitations or building plan modifications.
• Develop component documents for plant work orders.
• Plan and manage workload efficiently to meet daily, weekly, project or team-related productivity goals.
• Attend and complete all applicable assigned training.
• Understand and follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

• 3-5 years experience in truss design, preferably Alpine, an ITW Company.
• Knowledge of construction and building products sufficient to determine appropriate structural applications.
• Knowledge of building codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and architectural drawings.

Preferred

• 2-4 year engineering or related degree.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or related CAD drafting software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, & Outlook.
• Knowledge of Alpine Design software.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet productivity goals.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies.