Design Technologist Senior -Remote

Reporting to the Design Manager, this position is responsible for translating proposals and sales orders into accurate shop drawings, maintaining design integrity and within an appropriate time frame to include shop production and to meet the customer’s delivery requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read, analyze, and transfer information received from Sales Department into various Mitek or other design programs to produce truss layouts and engineered drawings for complex residential, commercial or farm projects
• Communicate as required with, Sales Reps, Building Officials and Customers to resolve any design concerns
• Respond to inquiries from Sales Reps.
• Enter accurate and complete information into management program to produce proper shop work orders
• Communicate with Sales and Customer to secure approved design and once received ensure work orders are forwarded to Design Administrative Assistant in a timely fashion
• Complete and submit reports (i.e. time cards, Site Issue reports, etc.)
• Attend regularly scheduled design meetings to stay informed with the department and contribute to discussions about its processes and direction
• Assist Intermediate and Junior Designers as required to develop their design skill level
• Maintain a positive relationship with all staff using good communication skills
• Attend regularly held Design meetings.
• Encourage and be open to ideas from staff or peers to ensure that daily huddles are effective and motivating
• Continually look for new and better ways of servicing our customers
• Maintain housekeeping practices in your work area
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Design Manager

Knowledge/ Experience

• Preferred 5+ years’ experience in both Commercial and Residential wood truss & EWP design

• Manufacturing technology, especially related to wood, truss and building manufacturing
• Proficient in the use of Mitek Management and Engineering software (or equivalent to Mitek)
• Strong mathematical skills with high degree of accuracy
• Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints
• Basic engineering design and principals
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience in operating typical office equipment (i.e. Printer/scanner/copier, phone, etc.)

Knowledge in the use of drafting software

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive compensation plan

and a great working environment.

Please forward resume with cover letter with salary expectations.

Thank you for your interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted