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84 Lumber Company
Multi-family/Commercial Truss Designer
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$66,209 / year median in the U.S.
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Are you an experienced MiTek Truss Designer looking to work on complex multi-family and commercial projects from anywhere in the U.S.? Join a growing team where you'll design engineered roof and floor truss systems for large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments while collaborating with experienced designers, sales teams, and project managers. This is a fully remote opportunity for a designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex structural design challenges. Key Responsibilities Design multi-family, commercial, and large residential roof and floor truss systems using MiTek Sapphire/Structure. Interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings to develop accurate and efficient truss placement layouts and engineered truss designs. Optimize designs for structural performance, manufacturability, material efficiency, and cost while complying with applicable building codes and company design standards. Design complex framing conditions, including long-span trusses, girder trusses, hip roofs, vaulted ceilings, and multi-level floor systems. Specify all required hardware, hangers, connectors, bearings, and engineered components. Coordinate directly with Sales, Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, and Customers to resolve design issues and ensure successful project execution. Maintain accurate project documentation, revisions, and job tracking throughout the design process. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting production schedules and customer deadlines. Participate in design reviews and collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve quality, efficiency, and constructability. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of professional truss design experience, including multi-family and commercial projects. Advanced proficiency with MiTek Sapphire, MiTek Structure, or MiTek engineering software. Strong knowledge of commercial wood framing, engineered wood products (EWP), roof systems, floor systems, and structural load paths. Experience reading and interpreting complex architectural, structural, and engineering plans. Working knowledge of