Truss Designer

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 MiTekSE 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 MiTek (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

• MitekSE 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, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance

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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. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.