Truss Designer Warsaw, IN $$$ bonus
Truss Designer Warsaw, IN $$$ bonus
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If you post this job on a job board please do not use company name or salary. Experience level: All Experience Level Education level: All education level Job function: Engineering Industry: Unknown Compensation: $51000 - $80000 Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
DesignerJOB SUMMARY:Position is responsible for creating layouts for floor and roof trusses to specification for Residential Commercial and Agricultural Buildings. The position requires the use of Mitek Software to design trusses and ensure the feasibility of new designs. Reports to: VP of Design/ Operations ManagerWork Schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Include but not limited to the following)
- Provides the designs on all assigned jobs in a timely manner and according to the plan and quote specifications.
- Takes initiative to solve design/ engineering problems through efficient troubleshooting effective plan reading and by communicating any issues and/or concerns to the appropriate people while documenting the solution/s.
- Ensures economical and proper use of materials according to current inventory levels and material costs.
- Ensures efficient production according to plant capabilities through proper design and adequate notation.
- Maintains detailed records and reports of related information on a job-to-job basis.
- Consistently demonstrates an effort to maintain an efficient and organized working environment.
- Provides efficient accurate and economical resolutions to customer complaints.
- Minimizes operating expenses through proficient drafting procedures.
- Effectively communicates with other team members as necessary (Design Manager design colleagues salespeople manufacturing and shipping personnel etc.).
- Assist in training and development of other designers as required.
- Meets with job site supervisors to resolve design/ engineering issues as they arise may be required to travel to job sites on occasion.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance in accordance with work schedule.
- Makes cold calls to generate sales and follow up calls when quotes are not sold to ensure we are providing the best possible truss customer service and pricing available.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Preference may be given for previous related experience but will train on the Mitek software. CAD experience a definite plus as is construction and previous truss shop experience. Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Preferred of 2-year technical degree or applicable experience.
- Preferred 2 years experience designing optimized projects utilizing Mitek and/or other design related software.
- General knowledge of construction industry.
- Basic CAD and drafting knowledge.
- Knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Ability to anticipate problems and resolve them before they become problems for our customer.
- Strong math skills ability to calculate tributary loads concentrated loads and load transfer throughout building.
- Knowledge of current local codes associated with truss design (TPI)
- Ability to effectively communicate with architects engineers customers and team members both orally and in writing.
- Fluid in mathematic calculations as they pertain to pricing.
- Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of management/ advisors.
- Dependability; reliable mode of transportation
Work Environment:
Work will be completed in an office environment with occasional job site meetings.This is an exempt full-time position with benefits including:-Health Insurance
-Dental Insurance
-Vision Insurance -Short Term Disability
-Simple IRA with 3% match-Weekly Pay Periods
-Paid Vacation
-Paid Holidays
Employment Type
Full Time
