Truss Designer-Light Gauge Steel

Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer | Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) Location: Tennessee Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview: Our client is seeking a skilled Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer with experience in Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) to join their growing team. This designer will play a critical role in producing accurate, code-compliant truss and framing designs for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and proficient with design software used for light-gauge steel systems.

Key Responsibilities: • Design and detail CFS trusses and framing systems for a variety of building @types • Interpret architectural and structural drawings to develop efficient design solutions • Use design software (e.g., FRAMECAD, MWF, Vertex BD, Revit, AutoCAD ) to generate accurate layouts and shop drawings • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and customers to ensure design intent and project requirements are met • Optimize material usage while ensuring structural integrity and code compliance • Revise designs based on customer feedback, engineering input, or field issues • Coordinate with production and installation teams to resolve constructability issues

Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in CFS truss or framing design (light-gauge steel required) • Proficiency with relevant design and drafting tools (e.g., FRAMECAD, MWF, Revit, AutoCAD ) • Strong knowledge of IBC , ASTM , and other relevant building codes and standards • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents • Strong communication and problem-solving skills • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred: • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, or Construction Technology • Experience working with multifamily or commercial projects • Familiarity with structural engineering principles as they apply to CFS