Truss Designer

Gpac; Columbiana (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Job summary

GPAC is seeking a skilled Truss Designer in Ohio to design roof and floor trusses for multi-family and light commercial projects. You will use MiTek software to create layouts and 3D models, sizing EWP and hanger connections, and coordinating with sales, production and quality teams.

The role requires at least 5 years of truss design experience, proficiency with Alpine, and strong math and documentation interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of truss design experience.
• Proficient with Alpine (required).
• Comfortable reading and interpreting construction documents.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.).
• Get-it-done mindset with proven project delivery.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• High school diploma or GED (required).

Responsibilities

• Design roof and floor trusses for single-family, multi-family, and light commercial projects.
• Use MiTek software to generate layouts and 3D models.
• Size and specify EWP and hanger connections as needed.
• Coordinate closely with sales, production, and quality teams.
• Manage RFIs and collaborate with external stakeholders to resolve design issues.
• Maintain clean and organized digital files using file server navigation.
• Ensure accurate, code-compliant, and efficient truss layouts.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with clients, teammates, and management.
• Provide technical support for customers and internal teams.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet design deadlines.

Skills

Truss design

MiTek software

EWP

Hanger connections

Construction document interpretation

Math

Attention to detail

Google Workspace

CAD

Project delivery

Communication

Collaboration

Priority management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Alpine

MiTek software

CAD

Google Workspace

Job description

Truss Designer

A growing manufacturer of floor and roof trusses is seeking a skilled Truss Designer with extensive experience in multi-family and commercial truss design using MiTek software. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with sales, production, and quality teams on a variety of residential and light commercial projects.

Employment Type: Full time / On site

Key Responsibilities

• Design roof and floor trusses for single-family, multi-family, and light commercial projects
• Use MiTek software to generate layouts and 3D models
• Size and specify EWP and hanger connections as needed
• Coordinate closely with sales, production, and quality teams
• Manage RFIs and collaborate with external stakeholders to resolve design issues
• Maintain clean and organized digital files using file server navigation
• Ensure accurate, code-compliant, and efficient truss layouts
• Communicate clearly and concisely with clients, teammates, and management
• Provide technical support for customers and internal teams
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet design deadlines

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of truss design experience
• Proficient with Alpine (required)
• Comfortable reading and interpreting construction documents
• Strong math skills and attention to detail
• Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
• \"Get-it-done\" mindset with proven project delivery
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines
• High school diploma or GED (required)

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD and architectural design background is a plus
• Degree from a 4-year accredited university (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Navigate stairs as needed
• Close and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus required

Skills

• Truss design
• MiTek software
• EWP
• Hanger connections
• Construction document interpretation
• Math
• Attention to detail
• Google Workspace
• CAD
• Project delivery
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Priority management

Benefits:

• Health Benefits

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.