Whole House Designer

Carter Lumber; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) company match

Paid time off and holidays

Room for growth

Job summary

A leading lumber company in Bowling Green seeks a Whole House Designer responsible for creating roof trusses, wall panels, and EWP based on customer blueprints. This position requires proficiency in MiTek, a solid understanding of construction principles, and strong verbal skills. You will ensure that designs comply with standards whilst collaborating with production and sales teams. Benefits include health coverage, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with MiTek is required, SE training preferred.
• Competency in reading architectural and structural plans.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design roof trusses, wall panels, and EWP from blueprints.
• Ensure designs meet specified standards.
• Communicate with production and sales teams for clarity.

Skills

MiTek experience

Knowledgeable in construction

Proficient in truss software

Basic mathematics competency

Strong verbal communication

Knowledgeable in architectural plans

Problem-solving skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

A Carter Lumber Whole House Designer is responsible for designing roof and trusses, wall panels, and EWP for quoting and production. Ensures drawings are produced accurately and timely based off of blueprints provided by customers. Requires the knowledge of commonly used framing concepts and practices within the construction industry. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for this Position

• MiTek experience required; SE trained is preferred
• Knowledgeable in the basic aspects of construction
• Previous experience using truss software
• High level of knowledge in the application of trusses, wall panels, and EWP
• Competency in basic mathematics, geometry and trigonometry
• Knowledgeable in reading architectural and structural plans
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and problem solve
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities of the Position

Designing:

• Creates roof trusses, wall panels, and EWP floor design illustrations based from blueprints to produce working drawings for fabrication.
• Completes and finalizes designs for production and assembly.
• Evaluates designs to ensure that design standards are being met.

Analyzes and Troubleshoots:

• Reviews and analyzes specifications, blueprints, engineered drawings and related designs to determine factors affecting design of the wall, truss and engineered wood components.

Support:

• Communicates with production teams, customers and sales to ensure designs are accurate throughout the process. Assists sales in responding to questions/concerns from customers.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!