Light - gauge Steel (CFS) Truss Designer

Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer | Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) North Carolina

Overview: Our client is seeking a skilled Light-Gauge Steel Truss Designer 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. This role will be groomed for the design manager role

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 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: • 4+ years of experience in CFS truss or framing design (light-gauge steel required) • Proficiency with relevant design and drafting tools ALPINE software preferred (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: Bachelors degree, Experience working with multifamily or commercial projects • Familiarity with structural engineering principles as they apply to CFS