Truss Designer CFS Remote

Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer | Cold-Formed Steel (CFS)

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REMOTE Overview:

Our client is seeking a skilled Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer with experience in Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) to join their growing team. This designer will play a critical role in producing accurate, code-compliant truss and framing designs for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and proficient with design software used for light-gauge steel systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and detail CFS trusses and framing systems for a variety of building @types
• Interpret architectural and structural drawings to develop efficient design solutions
• Use design software (e.g., FRAMECAD, MWF, Vertex BD, Revit, AutoCAD ) to generate accurate layouts and shop drawings
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and customers to ensure design intent and project requirements are met
• Optimize material usage while ensuring structural integrity and code compliance
• Revise designs based on customer feedback, engineering input, or field issues
• Coordinate with production and installation teams to resolve constructability issues

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in CFS truss or framing design (light-gauge steel required)
• Proficiency with relevant design and drafting tools ALPINE software preferred (e.g., FRAMECAD, MWF, Revit, AutoCAD )
• Strong knowledge of

IBC , ASTM

, and other relevant building codes and standards

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, or Construction Technology
• Experience working with multifamily or commercial projects
• Familiarity with structural engineering principles as they apply to CFS