MiTek SE MultiFamily Wood Truss Designer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are seeking an experienced MiTek Structure Enterprise (SE) Multi-Family Wood Truss Designer to join our Design team. This role is responsible for the engineering, analysis, and layout of metal-plate-connected wood roof and floor truss systems and engineered wall systems for multi-family residential construction.

The ideal candidate brings strong structural judgment, advanced MiTek SE proficiency, and the ability to optimize designs for safety, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency while collaborating closely with Sales, Production, and Project Management.

Develop structural designs for metal-plate-connected wood trusses and engineered wall systems using MiTek Structure Enterprise (SE)

Perform structural analysis including load calculations, wind-load assessments, gravity, seismic, and snow load application

Conduct beam performance evaluations to ensure stability, compliance, and safety

Evaluate structural load paths and design truss systems that properly transfer loads to supporting elements

Size and specify truss members, plates, bearings, connectors, and related components per engineering standards and manufacturer guidelines

Produce truss layouts, profiles, and placement drawings for repetitive units, stacked floor plans, corridors, podium sections, and phased developments

Review architectural and structural plans, customer specifications, and construction data to produce accurate, code-compliant engineered layouts

Identify framing conflicts, bearing conditions, and constructability challenges unique to multi-family projects

Coordinate truss-to-beam, truss-to-wall, and truss-to-truss interfaces

Maintain consistency across multiple buildings while minimizing material redundancy

Enhance design efficiency through optimization of material usage and structural configuration

Support standardization efforts to improve repeatability and reduce production complexity

Ensure all designs align with manufacturing capabilities and field installation requirements

Utilize 3D visualization tools within MiTek SE to validate geometry and eliminate conflicts prior to release

Provide technical support and design guidance to Production, Sales, Project Management, and clients

Diagnose structural issues and recommend practical design solutions

Prepare technical specifications and written responses to RFIs and design clarifications

Coordinate prototype development when required and obtain necessary design approvals

Oversee the accurate handoff of approved designs to production teams

Act as a subject matter resource and contribute to peer mentorship and knowledge transfer

Accurate, code-compliant designs delivered on schedule

Strong structural analysis and sound engineering judgment

Designs optimized for material efficiency and manufacturability

Minimal rework and adherence to internal quality control standards

Professional communication with internal teams and external stakeholders

Minimum 2 years of experience designing wood trusses using MiTek software

Proficiency in MiTek Structure Enterprise (SE)

Strong understanding of wood-frame construction and truss behavior

Experience performing structural load analysis and evaluating beam performance

Ability to interpret architectural and structural construction documents

Working knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Multi-family truss design experience strongly preferred

Experience with engineered wall systems

Post-secondary education in drafting, construction, engineering, or related field

CAD or architectural drafting background beneficial

Office-based design role with periodic interaction with manufacturing operations

Extended computer-based work

Collaborative, team-driven design environment

Structured, team-based design environment

Opportunity to work on large-scale multi-family developments

Collaborative culture with Sales, Production, and Management

Growth potential within a high-performance building materials organization

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

If you are a detail-oriented MiTek SE designer with multi-family experience and are looking to join a strong, process-driven team — we encourage you to apply.