About this role
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Truss Madison - Madison, AL 35758Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: Day ShiftRole Summary:
The Truss Designer IV leads the design team and ensures efficient scheduling, resource management, and high-quality design outputs. This role supports Wilson Lumber Company’s strategic goals of operational excellence and customer satisfaction by collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, optimizing truss designs, and mentoring team members. The Truss Designer IV also drives innovation and ensures compliance with building codes and company standards.
Scope of the Position
Operating from the Madison, AL location, the Truss Designer IV is a primary point of contact for customers and the sales team. This role requires minimal travel (<25%) and focuses on leading design initiatives, resolving complex technical challenges, and maintaining a seamless connection between design, production, and field operations.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Management
Manage daily design department resources, including scheduling and workflow prioritization.
Mentor and provide guidance to design team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
Customer and Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and external customers, ensuring accurate and timely communication.
Collaborate with the sales team to align designs with customer expectations and project scopes.
Design and Optimization
Create and review truss designs, optimizing for material efficiency, production capabilities, and cost-effectiveness.
Utilize software like MiTek and AutoCAD to deliver accurate and innovative designs. • Perform inspections, jobsite repairs, and technical troubleshooting as required.
Process Improvement and Goal Tracking
Develop strategies to achieve departmental goals, improve design workflows, and enhance team productivity.
Identify and implement innovative solutions to reduce design errors and improve material utilization.
Position Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of blueprint reading, truss production requirements, and field operations.
Expertise in MiTek design software and related tools.
Proficiency in advanced mathematical concepts and their practical application in truss design.
Strong leadership, communication, and multitasking skills with a sales-oriented mindset.
Education and Experience
Required: Associate degree or equivalent technical education.
Required: 8–10 years of design experience, including 5 years in multi-family/commercial truss design.
Preferred: Proven track record of training and mentoring peers.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move frequently throughout the day.
Flexibility to adapt to diverse environments, including production areas and job sites.
Qualifications
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