Truss Designer

UFP Industries, Inc; Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction products company in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking a Remote Truss Designer responsible for designing roof and floor trusses for various projects. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in the field and must possess strong skills in using Mitek software. Responsibilities include design optimization, accuracy checks, and supporting sales and production. Competitive salary range of $45,000 - $65,000 annually, with a variety of benefits, including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee discount

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in related field/responsibilities.
• Working knowledge and experience using Mitek software are preferred.
• Working knowledge of floor and roof systems.

Responsibilities

• Design metal plate-connected wood trusses and Wall Panels utilizing Mitek software.
• Optimize designs for maximum efficiency.
• Review orders, layouts, and data files for accuracy.
• Assist sales and production with design service and troubleshooting.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job description

UFP Site Built is the leader in designing and manufacturing value-added wood and non-wood products for the construction industry. We offer a wide variety of wood structural components, aluminum decks and rails, and light gauge steel structural components.

The Remote Truss Designer is responsible for the accurate design of roof and floor trusses for single-family, multi-family, and commercial projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Design metal plate-connected wood trusses and Wall Panels utilizing Mitek software
• Optimize designs for maximum efficiency
• Review orders, layouts, and data files for accuracy
• Assist sales and production with design service and troubleshooting
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate
• Preferred bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in related field/responsibilities
• Working knowledge and experience using Mitek software are preferred
• Working knowledge of floor and rood systems and the ability to spec out beams and hangars

Compensation & Benefit Information

$45,000 - 65,000 annually

Bonus/Incentive Pay

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.