Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Truss Designer to lead complex roof and floor truss design projects while developing into a Design Manager role. This individual will serve as a technical expert, mentor junior designers, and contribute to operational leadership within the design department.
This is a growth-oriented opportunity for someone who combines strong engineering/design expertise with leadership potential and a desire to drive team performance and process improvement Responsibilities: Design & Technical Execution
Design residential and/or commercial roof and floor truss systems using MiTek, Alpine, or similar design software
Interpret architectural drawings, structural plans, and specifications to develop accurate, code-compliant truss layouts
Perform engineering calculations to ensure structural integrity, load requirements, and cost efficiency
Review designs for manufacturability and installation feasibility
Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to optimize solutions
Project Coordination
Manage multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on deadlines, accuracy, and customer satisfaction
Communicate directly with builders, engineers, and internal stakeholders to resolve design issues
Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes and industry standards
Leadership & Mentorship
Mentor and support junior designers through training, design review, and best practice sharing
Serve as a go-to technical resource for complex or escalated design challenges
Assist in developing standard work processes, design guidelines, and quality control procedures
Path to Design Manager
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance development of design team members
Support department planning, workload distribution, and resource management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to design efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround time
Gradually assume leadership responsibilities with the goal of transitioning into a Design Manager role
Required
510+ years of truss design experience (roof and/or floor systems)
Proficiency in truss design software (MiTek, Alpine, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of structural design principles, load calculations, and building codes
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
Preferred
Leadership or mentoring experience within a design team
Background in lumber, building materials, or component manufacturing
Exposure to manufacturing processes and truss production workflows
Engineering degree (Civil, Structural) or significant equivalent experience
Numbers & Facts
Location
Nashville, TN
Skills
Architectural Engineeringunmatched
Architectural Servicesunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Building Codesunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Customer Satisfactionunmatched
Design Servicesunmatched
Engineering Drawingunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Designunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Onboardingunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Resource Managementunmatched
Roofingunmatched
Salesunmatched
Software Designunmatched
Staff Developmentunmatched
Standards Developmentunmatched
Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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