Truss Designer

DREXEL SYSTEMS LLC•Wrightstown, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Truss Designer, your primary objective is to act as a virtual builder, transforming architectural visions into structurally sound, precision-engineered truss systems before any materials hit the job site. You are responsible for interpreting complex drawings, calculating structural loads, and producing accurate manufacturing designs and field layouts for wall, roof, and floor systems. As the bridge between architectural plans, manufacturing teams, and field installers, you ensure that our commitment to structural integrity, builder satisfaction, and seamless execution is delivered flawlessly from design software to final job site assembly.

Requirements

Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.
Proficiency in advanced math skills and understanding of structural load transfer.
Ability to prepare clear and precise drawings and production files.
Skills in technical problem-solving and discrepancy resolution.
High-level communication skills.
Knowledge of evolving building codes, design software (MiTek and iStruct), and industry trends.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a virtual builder.
Experience with MiTek and iStruct design software.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings to produce detailed, accurate, and structurally sound individual designs and layouts for roof, floor, and wall systems.
Apply advanced math skills and an understanding of structural load transfer to provide technical and engineering support, ensuring designs comply with building codes and industry standards.
Prepare clear, precise drawings and production files for the manufacturing team and detailed field installation layouts for on-site crews.
Identify and resolve architectural or engineering discrepancies early in the process, acting as a proactive virtual builder to prevent costly job site errors.
Maintain direct, high-level communication with internal production teams, field installers, and customers—occasionally meeting directly with clients to review plans and answer technical questions.
Stay current with evolving building codes, design software updates (such as MiTek and iStruct), and industry trends to maintain top-tier technical proficiency.