Truss Designer Component Designer

Columbiana Alabama (On-Site)
Full-Time

A well-established and growing building materials and engineered wood products company is seeking a Truss Designer / Component Designer to join its expanding operations team in Columbiana AL.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in roof and floor truss design component layouts residential construction systems and blueprint interpretation. The company is investing heavily in its manufacturing and truss operations and is looking for individuals who want to grow within a stable long-term environment.

The role offers the opportunity to work closely with customers production teams estimators and operations leadership in a collaborative and hands-on setting.

This is an on-site position and is best suited for candidates who enjoy working directly with operations manufacturing teams and customer-driven projects.

• Design and detail roof and floor truss systems based on architectural and structural plans

• Prepare layouts truss placements and engineered component drawings

• Interpret blueprints specifications and construction documents accurately

• Coordinate with customers contractors and internal teams regarding design revisions and project requirements

• Ensure truss designs comply with applicable industry and structural standards

• Support production and manufacturing teams with design clarifications and adjustments

• Assist with project coordination estimating support and material optimization when needed

• Maintain accuracy efficiency and quality throughout the design process

• Work collaboratively with operations and leadership teams to support project success

• Experience in Truss Design Component Design or Engineered Wood Products

• Knowledge of roof trusses floor trusses framing systems and timber construction principles

• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings

• Understanding of structural concepts related to residential or light commercial construction

• Experience using truss design software such as MiTek Alpine Simpson or similar platforms preferred

• Strong communication and customer interaction skills

• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities

• Experience working within construction lumber building materials or manufacturing environments preferred

• Associate degree in Construction Technology Engineering Drafting or related field is a plus

• Competitive compensation based on experience and overall capability

• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding operation

• Stable long-term career environment with leadership visibility

• Health insurance support

• Dental vision short-term and long-term coverage options

• 401(k) program

• Paid holidays

• Collaborative and team-oriented work culture

Compensation is flexible and will align with experience level technical expertise and ability to contribute across multiple areas of the operation.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced hands-on environment

• Interested in long-term growth and career stability

• Experienced in both technical design and operational coordination

• Strong communicators who can work effectively with customers and internal teams

• Open to contributing across multiple areas within a growing truss and manufacturing operation

Candidates with junior mid-level or senior-level experience are encouraged to apply.