gpac · 13 hours ago
Sr Truss Designer
Ankeny, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$34/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expGPAC is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States. The Senior Truss Designer will be responsible for designing residential and commercial floor and roof trusses using design software, collaborating with internal and external customers to ensure accurate component designs and layouts.
ConsultingHuman Resources
Hiring Manager
Cheryl Williams
Responsibilities
Review sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data provided by design professionals
Evaluate the feasibility of design ideas based on safety, function, budget, and market characteristics
Research production specifications, provide cost estimates, and itemized production requirements
Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications or building plan changes
Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and standards
Generate truss layouts for final construction
Develop component documents for work orders to optimize cutting and assembly processes
Mentor and help train junior technicians, fostering a collaborative and learning environment
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the design team
Maintain consistent quality design work within the department
Collaborate with sales, customers, and engineering teams on technical inquiries and design presentations
Present designs and modifications to sales, customers, architects, and engineers
Communicate with immediate peers and peers in other departments for maintaining continuity of design philosophy and effectiveness of designs
Communicate with customers as needed to clarify the customer expectations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of industry experience with a proven track record in truss design
Expertise in industry software applications (MikTek Software Suite)
Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Work, and PowerPoint
Ability to analyze technical problems, determine root causes and develop remediation strategies for permanent resolutions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to recommend changes to drive business objectives
Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, making clear decisions in the best interests of the organization
Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
Ability to effectively operate computer hardware and software
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
401(k) Plan
Company
gpac
gpac is a staffing and recruiting company that provides talent recruitment and development services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chad Feldman
Shareholder/Board Member
Matthew Good
Principal Shareholder / Vice Chairman of Board
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