MiTek SE Multi-Family Wood Truss Designer

MiTek SE Multi‑Family Wood Truss Designer

Sunnyvale, Texas, United States – Full Time

Competitive salary based on experience ($120,000
)

• 401(k) with 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. The role involves 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.

• Structural Design & Engineering
  • Develop structural designs for metal‑plate‑connected wood trusses and engineered wall systems using MiTek 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.
• Multi‑Family Project Execution
  • 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.
• Design Optimization & Efficiency
  • 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.
• Technical Support & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • 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.
• Performance Expectations
  • 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.