Structural Designer (Levels 1,2, And,3)

Job Summary

A Designer at Structural, LLC is responsible for designing structural building wood-framing components such as manufactured roof/floor trusses, EWP/joists, and/or wall panels. Their duties include creating a layout from a set of construction plans, analyzing the components using engineering software, and coordinating the project from design to production. Some mathematics skills required for load calculations. Training is provided and all levels and experience are welcome.

Essential Functions

• Wood framed wall panels
• Input framing layouts for ANY of the following (one or more):
• Demonstrates an active willingness and interest to learn and apply Lean Manufacturing practices such as maintaining a clean and orderly work area using 5S principles (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of industry principles
• Engineered wood product and joists
• The ability to interpret architectural or structural construction plans as it applies to the components and structure to be designed
• Output production paperwork and construction layouts
• Wood manufactured/engineered roof trusses
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all team members
• Require minimal supervision as it relates to attendance and punctuality, work performance, quality results, adherence to safety rules, policies, and regulations, and team engagement and relations.
• Works with other members of the team in a cooperative, collaborative, respectful, and kind manner to continuously contribute towards accomplishing company and personnel goals and objectives.
• Wood open-web floor trusses
• Participate in a positive company culture demonstrated by their prompt attendance, reliability, and positive interactions with their teammates and co-workers
• Performs other duties as needed or otherwise assigned by Area Production Manager.
• Occasionally calculate and apply area load conditions as specified or required by local codes or jurisdiction requirements
• Utilize engineering software to analyze components

Required Competencies

• Teamwork Oriented
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Time Management and Prioritization Skills
• Interest in Construction Industry
• Learning Oriented
• A Positive “Can-Do” Attitude!
• Effective and Clear Communication
• Basic Math Comprehension
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy

Technology Competencies (Not required – can be trained)

• Truss and Panel Design: MiTek MBA, Management, SAPPHIRE, Engineering 20/20, Structure (SE)
• Microsoft: Outlook, Word, Excel
• EWP/Joist Design: iStruct, isPlan, isDesign
• Bluebeam Revu (PDF editor)

Work Environment

While performing the duties of a design job, employee will be in an office environment, which means sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. This is not a physically demanding job.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Designer is expected to work a minimum of 8 hours a day Monday – Friday generally available from 9am-4pm with flexible start and end times. Overtime is available. Schedule can be adjusted with approval from Head of Design. We are located in Thurmont, MD.

Required Education and Experience

This position requires the skills generally learned through achieving a high school diploma or GED; however, it is not required so long as all necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities are learned and demonstrated routinely and to the degree necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Industry or college experience in Engineering or Architecture is a plus.

Work Authorization

Employment at Structural LLC requires verifiable authorization to work in the United States of America.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, activities, work stations, hours, work teams, tasks, and any other company and/or work-related activities may change at any time, at the sole discretion of the company, with or without notice to the employee.