Truss Designer

JM Hunter Group
  • Idaho
  • Remote
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Remote Truss Designer to join a well-established and growing building components manufacturer. This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys solving complex structural challenges and wants to work on a diverse mix of commercial, multifamily, and residential projects using MiTek software.

    If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in producing accurate, efficient designs, and enjoy collaborating with sales, engineering, and production teams, we'd like to hear from you.


    What You'll Do

    • Design roof and floor truss systems using MiTek software.
    • Produce accurate, code-compliant truss placement plans and engineered design packages.
    • Focus primarily on commercial and multifamily projects, while also supporting custom residential and production home builders.
    • Review architectural and structural plans to develop practical, cost-effective truss solutions.
    • Coordinate with sales representatives, engineers, project managers, and customers throughout the design process.
    • Optimize designs for manufacturability while maintaining structural integrity and customer requirements.
    • Respond to design revisions and RFIs in a timely manner.
    • Ensure projects are completed on schedule while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy.
    • Stay current with building codes, industry standards, and engineering best practices.

    Qualifications

    • 3+ years of truss design experience (commercial and multifamily experience strongly preferred).
    • Proficiency using MiTek Structure or MiTek Sapphire.
    • Strong understanding of wood truss engineering principles and structural load paths.
    • Ability to interpret architectural and structural construction documents.
    • Experience designing roof and floor truss systems.
    • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
    • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects in a remote work environment.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with large-scale commercial, hospitality, student housing, military, or multifamily projects.
    • Knowledge of IRC, IBC, and applicable building codes.
    • Experience working directly with contractors, framers, and engineers.
    • Familiarity with wall panels or engineered wood products is a plus.


    What We're Looking For

    We're looking for someone who enjoys tackling challenging projects and takes ownership of their work. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and able to balance speed with accuracy while working on multiple deadlines.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with a strong reputation, a steady pipeline of complex projects, and a team that values technical expertise and professional growth.


    Benefits

    • Fully remote position
    • Competitive base salary
    • Lucrative performance bonus opportunities
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holidays
    • Ongoing training and professional development
    • Long-term career advancement opportunities


    Ready for your next opportunity?

    If you're an experienced MiTek Truss Designer looking to work on challenging commercial and multifamily projects while enjoying the flexibility of a remote role, we'd love to speak with you.


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIdaho (
    Remote
    )

    Skills

    • Architectural Servicesunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Building Codesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Construction Document Setunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Design Servicesunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • IRC (Internet Relay Chat)unmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Manufacturing Designunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Residential Constructionunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Structural Engineeringunmatched
    • Student Housingunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Work From Homeunmatched

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