Engineered Wood Product (EWP) Designer Trainee

BlueLinx•Marietta, GA

About The Position

EWP Designer Trainee – Entry-Level Launch your technical career in the building materials industry - no experience required! Are you a recent college graduate or early‑career professional looking to break into a technical field? Do you enjoy problem‑solving, thinking in 3D, or working with design software? If so, BlueLinx wants to invest in YOU. We are a national leader in building and industrial materials, and we’re looking for motivated learners to join our Engineered Wood Products (EWP) design team as EWP Designer Trainees. This is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world design experience, learn industry‑leading software, and build a long-term career with a growing company. We will train you! Bring your curiosity and eagerness to learn! What You’ll Do (You’ll Learn All of This on the Job): Learn how buildings come together, specifically the structural framing of residential, commercial, and multi-family projects. Use design software to create framing layouts and material lists using BlueLinx Engineered Wood Products. Gain hands-on experience using member sizing software, span tables, and load-development concepts to select the right materials for each job. Communicate with builders, architects, dealers, and internal teams about design solutions. Start by inputting basic wall and beam layouts, grow into creating complete structural framing layouts. Assist with project documentation, reporting, and general office support as needed. What You Bring: We don’t expect you to know everything, we’ll teach you. But here are the foundational skills that help you succeed: Associate degree or higher, professional certification, or relevant practical experience Exposure to CAD or similar software (highly preferred) Ability to read or interpret architectural drawings is a plus Strong spatial awareness (thinking in 3D) Ability to manage multiple projects and stay organized Curious mindset — asks questions, takes initiative, enjoys learning Detail-oriented, accurate, and efficient Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Your First 90–120 Days: We’ll guide you through a structured hands-on training plan. By the end of your initial ramp-up, you will be able to: Read and interpret blueprints Understand structural load concepts Size joists and beams using iStruct and other tools Demonstrate strong progress using isPlan design software Apply spatial reasoning to create complete framing layouts Why BlueLinx? Comprehensive training from skilled designers and managers A supportive team environment focused on growth and mentorship Opportunity to build a technical, high-demand career path Exposure to real-world construction, engineering, and design processes Competitive compensation and full benefits This is a chance to join a stable, nationwide organization while developing skills that will serve you throughout your career in design, engineering, construction, or technical sales.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher, professional certification, or relevant practical experience
Exposure to CAD or similar software (highly preferred)
Ability to read or interpret architectural drawings is a plus
Strong spatial awareness (thinking in 3D)
Ability to manage multiple projects and stay organized
Curious mindset — asks questions, takes initiative, enjoys learning
Detail-oriented, accurate, and efficient
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Exposure to CAD or similar software
Ability to read or interpret architectural drawings

Responsibilities

Learn how buildings come together, specifically the structural framing of residential, commercial, and multi-family projects.
Use design software to create framing layouts and material lists using BlueLinx Engineered Wood Products.
Gain hands-on experience using member sizing software, span tables, and load-development concepts to select the right materials for each job.
Communicate with builders, architects, dealers, and internal teams about design solutions.
Start by inputting basic wall and beam layouts, grow into creating complete structural framing layouts.
Assist with project documentation, reporting, and general office support as needed.